Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to The Sorrow and the Pity List
- Shoah - A nine-hour documentary on the Holocaust that similarly explores themes of memory and historical trauma.
- The Act of Killing - A documentary that presents the Indonesian mass killings of 1965-66 from the perspective of the perpetrators.
- Night and Fog - A powerful documentary short that contrasts the beauty of Auschwitz's landscapes with the horrors of the Holocaust.
- The Fog of War - Explores the complexities of war through interviews with former U.S. Secretary of Defense Robert S. McNamara.
- 13th - A documentary that explores the intersection of race, justice, and mass incarceration in the United States.
- The Act of Seeing with One's Own Eyes - Explores themes of death and the human condition through the lens of an autopsy.
- Restrepo - A documentary that provides an immersive look into the lives of soldiers in Afghanistan, similar in emotional impact.
- They Shall Not Grow Old - Uses archival footage to reflect on World War I, blending history with personal testimonies.
- The War You Don't See - Investigates the media's role in war coverage with a focus on its impact, similar to historical analysis.
- The Unknown Known - A documentary featuring Donald Rumsfeld discussing his role in the U.S. wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.
- The Square - A documentary focusing on the Egyptian revolution and the personal stories of those involved.
- Hotel Terminus: The Life and Times of Klaus Barbie - Examines the life of Klaus Barbie, a notorious figure of World War II, through personal testimonies.
- The Great War - A documentary series that considers the impact of World War I on various aspects of society.
- A Grin Without a Cat - A documentary reflection on leftist politics and movements in the 1960s and 1970s, similar in structure and intent.
- Vice - Explores the political and social landscapes similar to The Sorrow and the Pity's historical critique.
- The Long Way Home - Focuses on Jewish survivors after World War II, addressing themes of memory and survival.
- War and Peace - Epic adaptation that delves into the impact of war on society and personal lives, though fictionalized.
- Nuremberg: Its Lesson for Today - A documentary that addresses the Nuremberg Trials and the moral questions surrounding justice after war.
- The Last Battle - Focuses on the final days of World War II and explores moral and ethical dilemmas in warfare.
- Sands of Iwo Jima - A war film that reflects on the complexities of combat and the emotional toll of war on soldiers.
- Maus - Animated adaptation of the graphic novel that explores themes of the Holocaust and survival.
- The Killing Fields - A powerful portrayal of the Cambodian genocide that highlights the human cost of war.
- City of Ghosts - Documents the lives of journalists covering the Syrian civil war with themes of truth and courage.
- A Very Long Engagement - A war-themed film that reflects on the consequences of World War I on individuals and society.
- Waltz with Bashir - An animated documentary depicting the Israeli invasion of Lebanon and exploring memory and trauma.
- For Sama - A documentary showcasing the Syrian civil war through the eyes of a mother, intertwining personal and political narratives.
- The Thin Blue Line - A documentary that investigates the wrongful conviction of a man, blending fact with documentary storytelling.
- The Burning of Washington - Explores the War of 1812 and the historical context of conflict, offering parallels in historical scrutiny.
- Harlan County, USA - Documents a coal miners' strike in Kentucky, focusing on struggle, community, and societal issues.
- The Fire Next Time - Explores racial tensions in America with a critical historical lens.
- The Spiral Staircase - A fictional exploration of trauma and fear, resembling themes of despair and hopelessness.
- Our World War - A mini-series depicting World War I from the perspective of young soldiers joining the conflict.
- The Century of the Self - Examines the psychological dimensions of consumerism and public relations, similar in historical analysis.
- The Black Panthers: Vanguard of the Revolution - Explores the history of the Black Panther Party, analyzing social justice and activism.
- Lourdes - Documents the experiences of patients in the pilgrimage town of Lourdes, touching on faith and healing.
- The Great War: Then and Now - Examines World War I's impact on societies with personal narratives and archival material.
- Angela's Ashes - A story of struggle and survival during a tumultuous time, showcasing personal and social challenges.
- The Men Who Stare at Goats - A satirical look at the military and psychological operations, addressing themes of reality and perception.
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1985 | France | Documentary | 10692 | 8.7 | Movie | Released | |
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2012 | Denmark | Biography | 41179 | 8.2 | Movie | Released | NR |
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1956 | France | Documentary | 21736 | 8.6 | Movie | Released | |
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2003 | United States of America | Documentary | 25203 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
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2016 | United States of America | Crime | 37917 | 8.2 | Movie | Released | |
| 6 | 1971 | United States of America | Documentary | 1677 | 6.9 | Movie | Released | ||
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2010 | United States of America | Biography | 24536 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | |
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2018 | New Zealand | Documentary | 38780 | 8.2 | Movie | Released | R |
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2010 | United Kingdom | Documentary | 1542 | 8.4 | Movie | Released | |
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2013 | United States of America | Biography | 4305 | 7 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
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2017 | Denmark | Comedy | 78244 | 7.1 | Movie | Released | R |
| 12 | 1988 | Germany | Biography | 1618 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | NR | |
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1959 | France | Comedy | 4655 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | |
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1977 | France | Documentary | 1120 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | |
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2018 | United States of America | Biography | 164153 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | R |
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1997 | United States of America | Documentary | 1283 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | |
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2016 | United Kingdom | Drama | 27160 | 8.1 | Serie | Ended | TV-14 |
| 18 | 1948 | United States of America | Documentary | 204 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | ||
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1983 | France | Sci-Fi | 6616 | 6.7 | Movie | Released | |
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1950 | United States of America | Action | 11565 | 7 | Movie | Released | |
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1984 | United Kingdom | Biography | 60089 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | |
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2002 | United States of America | Crime | 5854 | 5.9 | Movie | Released | R |
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2004 | France | Drama | 76195 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | R |
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2008 | Australia | Drama | 60782 | 8 | Movie | Released | R |
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2019 | Syrian Arab Republic | Biography | 12972 | 8.5 | Movie | Released | |
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1988 | United States of America | Crime | 26325 | 8 | Movie | Released | |
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1993 | United States of America | Adventure | 315 | 6 | Serie | Ended | NR |
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1946 | United States of America | Drama | 11409 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | NR |
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2014 | United Kingdom | Action | 1905 | 8.1 | Serie | Ended | |
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2002 | United Kingdom | Documentary | 6439 | 8.8 | Serie | Ended | |
| 31 | 2015 | United States of America | Documentary | 2153 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | ||
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2009 | Germany | Drama | 3770 | 6.9 | Movie | Released | |
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1999 | Ireland | Biography | 23478 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | R |
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2009 | United Kingdom | Comedy | 138400 | 6.2 | Movie | Released | R |
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