Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Germany, Year Zero List

  • The Bicycle Thief - Both deal with the struggles of post-war life and the impact of poverty on families.
  • The 400 Blows - Explores the challenges and social issues faced by youth in a post-war society.
  • Rome, Open City - Depicts the struggles of ordinary people during and after World War II.
  • Children of Heaven - Focuses on childhood experiences marked by poverty and social hardships.
  • The Grapes of Wrath - Both illustrate the effects of economic hardship and the resilience of the human spirit.
  • The Last Man in Hellscreen - Explores the alienation and struggles of individuals in a ruined society.
  • Life is Beautiful - A poignant story about love and survival against the backdrop of World War II.
  • Au Revoir les Enfants - Set during WWII, it navigates themes of childhood innocence amidst war.
  • The Band Wagon - Addresses human struggles in a society marred by conflict and economic distress.
  • The Road - A post-apocalyptic narrative focusing on survival, similar to themes in Germany, Year Zero.
  • City of God - Explores the lives of children in the slums and their fight for survival.
  • Hope and Glory - A child's experience during wartime reflects on resilience and survival.
  • A Streetcar Named Desire - Examines human frailty and social order in a challenging environment.
  • Schindler's List - A harrowing tale dealing with the consequences of war and the fragility of life.
  • The Killing Fields - Focuses on the impact of war and its aftermath on society and individuals.
  • The Boy in the Striped Pajamas - Explores childhood innocence set against the backdrop of intense human tragedies.
  • Tarzan - Shows a struggle against harsh conditions and an exploration of human resilience.
  • Hotel Rwanda - A powerful depiction of survival during a time of great conflict.
  • The Pianist - Tells the story of survival and resilience during the Holocaust.
  • Persepolis - An animated exploration of childhood amidst political turmoil.
  • Nymphomaniac - Explores complex human conditions and relationships in a harsh world.
  • The Lives of Others - Examines life under an oppressive regime and its effects on individuals.
  • Shame - Explores human struggles and disconnection in a social context.
  • Trainspotting - Focuses on addiction and societal issues reflective of the human condition.
  • Bicycle Thieves - Highlights poverty and the bonds of family amidst difficult circumstances.
  • We Need to Talk About Kevin - Explores the impact of a troubled child's upbringing in a challenging environment.
  • The Color Purple - Explores the themes of abuse, survival, and resilience in a harsh environment.
  • The Secret in Their Eyes - A haunting story of love, loss, and memory set against a backdrop of violence.
  • Requiem for a Dream - Depicts the struggle of addiction and its devastating impact on individuals.
  • The Kite Runner - Explores the intersecting lives shaped by social and political upheaval.
  • Train of Life - A comedic yet poignant look at survival and human spirit during the Holocaust.
  • Caché - Focuses on the hidden traumas and societal issues impacting families.
  • Boys Don't Cry - Explores themes of identity and societal struggles in challenging circumstances.
  • The Cuckoo - Depicts life during World War II with an emphasis on human relationships.
  • The Scent of Green Papaya - Explores childhood and the struggles of growing up in difficult environments.
  • The Grapes of Wrath - Similar themes of struggle, resilience, and by family during dire circumstances.
  • My Life as a Dog - Explores childhood in a difficult socio-political context and the resilience of youth.
  • Dancer in the Dark - An exploration of suffering and musical escape from harsh realities.
  • The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo - Tackles societal issues and personal struggles in a post-war environment.
  • City of God - A gritty portrayal of life in a troubled environment and its effect on youth.
  • The Road - A bleak post-apocalyptic narrative about survival and the human condition.
  • Paprika - Examines the blurred lines between dreams and reality, similar to post-war psychological struggles.

Last updated: 2024-09-26 19:09:48

# Name Year Country Genres IMDb Votes IMDb Rating Type Status CBFC
1 2018 United Kingdom 17 8.5 Movie Released G
2
The 400 Blows
The 400 Blows
99 min
1959 France 129004 8.1 Movie Released NR
3
Rome, Open City
Rome, Open City
103 min
1945 Italy 29538 8 Movie Released
4 1997 Iran 81931 8.2 Movie Released
5 1940 United States of America 100940 8.1 Movie Released NR
6 1997 Italy 750960 8.6 Movie Released PG-13
7 1987 Germany 36420 8 Movie Released PG
8
The Band Wagon
The Band Wagon
112 min
1953 United States of America 12730 7.4 Movie Released
9
The Road
The Road
111 min
2009 United States of America 256876 7.2 Movie Released
10
City of God
City of God
130 min
2002 Brazil 809417 8.6 Movie Released
11
Hope and Glory
Hope and Glory
113 min
1987 United Kingdom 14886 7.3 Movie Released PG-13
12 1951 United States of America 115160 7.9 Movie Released
13 1993 United States of America 1468400 9 Movie Released R
14 1984 United Kingdom 60089 7.8 Movie Released
15
Tarzan
Tarzan
88 min
1999 United States of America 250271 7.3 Movie Released G
16
Hotel Rwanda
Hotel Rwanda
121 min
2004 Italy 374612 8.1 Movie Released
17
The Pianist
The Pianist
150 min
2002 France 926283 8.5 Movie Released R
18
Persepolis
Persepolis
95 min
2007 France 100824 8 Movie Released PG-13
19 2006 France 413983 8.4 Movie Released R
20
Shame
Shame
102 min
2011 Canada 207482 7.2 Movie Released
21
Trainspotting
Trainspotting
94 min
1996 United Kingdom 732000 8.1 Movie Released R
22 1948 Italy 177123 8.3 Movie Released
23 2011 Spain 169697 7.5 Movie Released
24 1985 United States of America 98350 7.7 Movie Released
25 2009 Argentina 224631 8.2 Movie Released
26 2000 United States of America 909017 8.3 Movie Released NR
27
The Kite Runner
The Kite Runner
128 min
2007 China 82835 7.6 Movie Released
28
Train of Life
Train of Life
103 min
1998 Belgium 9634 7.6 Movie Released
29
Caché
Caché
117 min
2005 Austria 85937 7.3 Movie Released
30
Boys Don't Cry
Boys Don't Cry
118 min
1999 United States of America 104107 7.5 Movie Released R
31
The Cuckoo
The Cuckoo
100 min
2002 Finland 8012 7.7 Movie Released PG-13
32 1993 France 10224 7.3 Movie Released NR
33 1985 Sweden 22727 7.6 Movie Released
34 2000 Argentina 117754 7.9 Movie Released
35 2011 Sweden 499932 7.8 Movie Released R
36
Paprika
Paprika
90 min
2006 Japan 99136 7.7 Movie Released
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