Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Manila in the Claws of Light List
- The Pursuit of Happyness - Both portray the struggles of a man trying to provide for his family under difficult circumstances.
- Slumdog Millionaire - Explores themes of poverty and social issues in a gritty urban setting.
- City of God - Depicts the harsh realities of life in a slum and the impacts of crime on youth.
- Parasite - Confronts social class disparity through the lens of poverty and desperation.
- Trainspotting - Focuses on addiction and the struggles of youth in a bleak environment.
- The Kite Runner - Explores themes of friendship, betrayal, and the impact of socio-economic status.
- The Florida Project - Captures the life of children living in poverty and the challenges their families face.
- Bicycle Thieves - A poignant tale about a father and son facing hardship, depicting the struggle for survival.
- Romeo + Juliet - Focuses on a doomed love story within a backdrop of violence and social issues.
- Beasts of the Southern Wild - Explores themes of resilience amidst poverty and societal neglect.
- Requiem for a Dream - Delves into addiction and the impacts of poverty, highlighting the darkness of despair.
- A Better Life - Follows the journey of an immigrant laborer striving for a better future for his son.
- I, Daniel Blake - Addresses the welfare system and struggles of individuals in dire economic situations.
- Precious - Tells the story of a young woman overcoming a troubled life filled with abuse and poverty.
- A Streetcar Named Desire - Explores themes of desire, mental health, and the decline into despair in urban settings.
- The Grapes of Wrath - Follows a family's struggle during the Great Depression, highlighting issues of poverty and perseverance.
- The Pursuit of Happyness - Similar themes around fatherhood, struggle, and the pursuit of a better life.
- Boyhood - A coming-of-age story that reflects on childhood and socioeconomic challenges over time.
- American Honey - Follows a group of young people navigating life on the fringes of society.
- Shoplifters - Explores themes of family and poverty through the lens of unconventional circumstances.
- The Breadwinner - An animated film focusing on a girl's determination to support her family in Afghanistan.
- Wild Rose - Follows a young woman with dreams of becoming a country music star while battling personal demons.
- Hotel Rwanda - A powerful story set against the backdrop of conflict and humanitarian crises.
- 12 Years a Slave - Highlights the struggle for freedom and dignity in the face of extreme adversity.
- The Color Purple - Tells the story of a woman overcoming oppression in a deeply patriarchal society.
- Mississippi Burning - Explores racial issues and the struggle for justice in a divided society.
- Carol - A love story set against the backdrop of social stigma and personal discovery.
- Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind - A story of love and loss exploring the complexities of relationships.
- Hunger - Focuses on human rights issues and the extreme efforts in the quest for justice.
- Gomorrah - A gritty exploration of organized crime and its effects on families and individuals.
- Grapes of Wrath - Illustrates the economic struggles of a family seeking a better life.
- The Last Black Man in San Francisco - Explores themes of gentrification, belonging, and the meaning of home.
- Short Term 12 - Focuses on the lives of troubled youth inside a group home, tackling mental health themes.
- Leave No Trace - Follows a father and daughter living off the grid, exploring themes of survival and love.
- The Help - Addresses social injustice and the lives of marginalized individuals in society.
- Hotel Mumbai - Based on true events, it showcases the survival of people during a terrorist attack.
- The Good Place - Explores moral issues and the complexities of human nature in a contemporary setting.
- A Ghost Story - A haunting exploration of existence, relationships, and legacy.
- Moonlight - Follows a young man navigating his identity and the challenges of growing up.
- Frances Ha - Explores the struggles of a young woman chasing her dreams amidst personal turmoil.
- The Road - A post-apocalyptic tale highlighting the bond between father and son amid despair.
- This Is Us - Explores family dynamics and the hardships individuals face throughout their lives.
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| # | Name | Year | Country | Genres | IMDb Votes | IMDb Rating | Type | Status | CBFC |
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2006 | United States of America | Drama | 568904 | 8 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 2 |
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2008 | United Kingdom | Drama | 882520 | 8 | Movie | Released | R |
| 3 |
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2002 | Brazil | Drama | 809417 | 8.6 | Movie | Released | |
| 4 |
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2019 | South Korea | Drama | 983364 | 8.5 | Movie | Released | |
| 5 |
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1996 | United Kingdom | Drama | 732000 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | R |
| 6 |
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2007 | China | Drama | 82835 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | |
| 7 |
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2017 | United States of America | Drama | 130794 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | |
| 8 |
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1948 | Italy | Drama | 177123 | 8.3 | Movie | Released | |
| 9 |
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1996 | Australia | Drama | 246808 | 6.7 | Movie | Released | |
| 10 |
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2012 | Canada | Adventure | 85298 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | |
| 11 |
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2000 | United States of America | Drama | 909017 | 8.3 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 12 |
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2011 | United States of America | Drama | 16621 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 13 |
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2016 | Belgium | Drama | 65411 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | |
| 14 |
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2009 | United States of America | Drama | 116901 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | |
| 15 |
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1951 | United States of America | Drama | 115160 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | |
| 16 |
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1940 | United States of America | Drama | 100940 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 17 |
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2014 | United States of America | Drama | 369349 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | |
| 18 |
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2016 | United Kingdom | Adventure | 47041 | 7 | Movie | Released | |
| 19 |
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2018 | Japan | Crime | 87964 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | R |
| 20 |
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2017 | Canada | Animation | 28526 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 21 |
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2019 | Canada | Drama | 15654 | 7.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 22 |
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2004 | Italy | Drama | 374612 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 23 |
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2013 | United States of America | Biography | 747033 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 24 |
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1985 | United States of America | Drama | 98350 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | |
| 25 |
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1988 | United States of America | Crime | 112703 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | R |
| 26 |
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2015 | United Kingdom | Drama | 143739 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | |
| 27 | 2004 | United States of America | Sci-Fi | 1090100 | 8.3 | Movie | Released | R | |
| 28 |
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2008 | Ireland | Drama | 73965 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | |
| 29 |
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2014 | Italy | Crime | 45086 | 8.6 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 30 | 2019 | United States of America | Drama | 22135 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | ||
| 31 |
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2013 | United States of America | Drama | 92333 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | |
| 32 |
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2018 | Canada | Adventure | 65941 | 7.1 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 33 |
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2011 | India | Drama | 498104 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 34 |
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2019 | Australia | Action | 72548 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | R |
| 35 |
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2016 | United States of America | Comedy | 193959 | 8.2 | Serie | Ended | TV-14 |
| 36 |
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2017 | United States of America | Drama | 80905 | 6.8 | Movie | Released | |
| 37 |
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2016 | United States of America | Drama | 334820 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | R |
| 38 |
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2013 | Brazil | Comedy | 95467 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | |
| 39 |
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2009 | United States of America | Adventure | 256876 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | |
| 40 |
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2016 | United States of America | Comedy | 161542 | 8.7 | Serie | Ended | TV-14 |
