Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to So Long, My Son List

  • The Farewell - Both films explore familial relationships and the cultural differences between Eastern and Western perspectives on family and loss.
  • A Touch of Sin - Similar themes of personal tragedy and socio-economic issues in contemporary Chinese society.
  • The Last Emperor - Both deal with the impact of historical events on personal lives, particularly in China.
  • In the Mood for Love - Explores themes of love, longing, and the impact of societal norms on personal relationships.
  • Shoplifters - Focuses on non-traditional family dynamics and the emotional complexities of familial relationships.
  • Children of Heaven - A poignant look at family and sacrifice, particularly involving children.
  • The Lives of Others - Explores personal lives affected by political situations, focusing on human emotion and connection.
  • Still Life - A quiet meditation on loss and the passage of time, centered in a changing society.
  • An Elephant Sitting Still - A deep dive into the lives of several characters facing personal difficulties and societal issues.
  • Like Father, Like Son - Deals with themes of parenthood and the bonds between fathers and sons amidst cultural expectations.
  • The Road - Explores the journey of a father and son in a bleak world, touching on familial bonds.
  • Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon - Combines personal stories of longing and sacrifice against a backdrop of cultural history.
  • The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford - Focuses on complex relationships and the impact of choices over time.
  • The Great Buddha+ - An exploration of social issues and personal stories within a specific societal context.
  • Nobody Knows - Spotlights the struggles of family and childhood within difficult environments.
  • The Piano - Explores themes of communication and emotional barriers within familial relationships.
  • Turtles Can Fly - Set in a war-torn region, it highlights the resilience of family amidst tragedy.
  • Life Is Beautiful - A poignant story of love and family amidst the backdrop of hardship.
  • The Tree of Life - An exploration of existential questions through the lens of a family's history.
  • A Family Affair - Focuses on complicated family dynamics and the challenges faced by family members.
  • Amour - An intimate portrayal of love and care within the confines of an elderly couple.
  • The Farewell Party - Combines humor and poignant moments about aging and relationships.
  • The Secret in Their Eyes - A blend of personal and political realms, with deep emotional impacts on relationships.
  • Rashomon - Explores different perspectives on a tragic event, highlighting the complexity of truth.
  • The Lives of Others - A study of emotional connections in the face of oppressive political surroundings.
  • Her - Both stories explore the complexities of relationships and emotional connections.
  • The Shape of Water - An unconventional love story that explores connection beyond societal norms.
  • In the Family - Explores the challenges of a same-sex couple navigating family dynamics.
  • Our times - A coming-of-age story intertwined with themes of love and loss.
  • The Way We Were - Explores love and the passage of time amidst changing circumstances.
  • The Zookeeper's Wife - A story of love and resilience against a harrowing historical backdrop.
  • The Other Side of Hope - The intertwining of personal stories with broader societal issues.
  • The Kite Runner - Themes of friendship, family, and the impact of socio-political struggles.
  • City of God - Explores personal and social upheaval in the backdrop of poverty and crime.
  • Roma - A deeply personal story set against a broader social and historical context.
  • The Motorcycle Diaries - A journey that explores personal transformation set against societal change.
  • Short Term 12 - Explores the themes of care, personal struggles, and the impact of past traumas.
  • The Farewell Party - An exploration of aging and the importance of familial relationships.
  • Wild Strawberries - Focuses on reflection, memory, and familial relationships over time.

Last updated: 2024-09-28 07:50:21

# Name Year Country Genres IMDb Votes IMDb Rating Type Status CBFC
1
The Farewell
The Farewell
100 min
2019 China 71942 7.5 Movie Released
2
A Touch of Sin
A Touch of Sin
131 min
2013 China 13048 7.1 Movie Released
3 1987 China 112568 7.7 Movie Released PG-13
4 2000 France 169412 8.1 Movie Released PG
5
Shoplifters
Shoplifters
120 min
2018 Japan 87964 7.9 Movie Released R
6 1997 Iran 81931 8.2 Movie Released
7 2006 France 413983 8.4 Movie Released R
8
Still Life
Still Life
92 min
2013 Italy 9019 7.4 Movie Released PG-13
9 2018 China 8178 7.8 Movie Released
10 2013 Japan 28545 7.8 Movie Released G
11
The Road
The Road
111 min
2009 United States of America 256876 7.2 Movie Released
12 2000 China 283356 7.9 Movie Released PG-13
13 2007 Canada 194193 7.5 Movie Released R
14 2017 Taiwan 4963 7.6 Movie Released
15
Nobody Knows
Nobody Knows
141 min
2004 Japan 31982 8 Movie Released PG-13
16
The Piano
The Piano
117 min
1993 Australia 95995 7.5 Movie Released R
17 2005 Iran 21031 8 Movie Released
18 1997 Italy 750960 8.6 Movie Released PG-13
19 2011 United States of America 185148 6.8 Movie Released PG-13
20
A Family Affair
A Family Affair
114 min
2024 United States of America 26692 5.3 Movie Released PG-13
21
Amour
Amour
127 min
2012 Austria 106421 7.9 Movie Released
22 2014 Germany 2273 7 Movie Released
23 2009 Argentina 224631 8.2 Movie Released
24
Rashomon
Rashomon
88 min
1950 Japan 182708 8.2 Movie Released NR
25
Her
Her
126 min
2013 United States of America 678961 8 Movie Released
26 2017 United States of America 451038 7.3 Movie Released R
27
In the Family
In the Family
124 min
2017 Turkey 26582 7.6 Movie Released
28
Our Times
Our Times
133 min
2015 China 6155 7.3 Movie Released
29
The Way We Were
The Way We Were
118 min
1973 United States of America 27823 7 Movie Released PG
30 2017 Czech Republic 47233 7 Movie Released
31 2017 Finland 13854 7.2 Movie Released
32
The Kite Runner
The Kite Runner
128 min
2007 China 82835 7.6 Movie Released
33
City of God
City of God
130 min
2002 Brazil 809417 8.6 Movie Released
34
Roma
Roma
135 min
2018 United Kingdom 170986 7.7 Movie Released R
35 2004 Argentina 105191 7.7 Movie Released R
36
Short Term 12
Short Term 12
96 min
2013 United States of America 92333 7.9 Movie Released
37 1957 Sweden 116226 8.1 Movie Released
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