Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Berlin: Symphony of a Great City List

  • Man with a Movie Camera - A groundbreaking silent documentary that captures the life of a city through a mix of experimental techniques.
  • Koyaanisqatsi - An experimental film that presents a visual and musical exploration of life in modern society.
  • City of God - A gritty portrayal of life in the suburbs of Rio de Janeiro, blending documentary and narrative styles.
  • Paris, Texas - A road movie that captures the essence of different American landscapes and urban life.
  • The Fall of New York - A sci-fi film that offers a dystopian view of a city grappling with decline and transformation.
  • Wings of Desire - A poetic film set in Berlin that portrays the city and its inhabitants through the eyes of angels.
  • Sherman's March - A documentary that explores Southern life by intertwining history and personal narratives.
  • Chungking Express - An exploration of interconnected lives and urban experiences in the city of Hong Kong.
  • A Day in the City - A documentary style film that captures the essence of daily life in a bustling urban environment.
  • Modern Times - A classic silent film that critiques industrialization and urban life through comedic storytelling.
  • The Third Man - A film noir that dives into post-war Vienna, showcasing the city's atmosphere and architecture.
  • The Social Life of Small Urban Spaces - A documentary that explores how urban public spaces are utilized by people in a city.
  • A Ghost Story for Christmas - Takes cues from urban folklore while presenting a hauntingly beautiful cityscape.
  • Tangerine - Filmed entirely on an iPhone, it offers an intimate look at the lives of transgender sex workers in Los Angeles.
  • Pina - A tribute to dancer Pina Bausch that incorporates dance and urban spaces, showcasing urban culture.
  • The Great Beauty - Explores the complexities of life in Rome through stunning visuals and storytelling.
  • La Jetée - A short film that depicts a post-apocalyptic Paris, told through still photographs.
  • Baraka - A non-narrative documentary that captures the beauty and diversity of life around the world, including urban settings.
  • Lost in Translation - Explores the isolation and connections felt in a modern city, with Tokyo as a backdrop.
  • Hiroshima Mon Amour - A poignant exploration of memory and place, intertwined with the effects of war on a city and its people.
  • The Square - A satire that critiques contemporary art and societal norms in an urban environment.
  • A Streetcar Named Desire - Captures the grit and rawness of mid-20th century urban life in New Orleans.
  • Nostalgia for the Light - A contemplative documentary that connects astronomy with the memory of those lost in the Chilean desert.
  • A Bunch of Amateurs - Focuses on the life and dreams of a group trying to create art in their community.
  • The Act of Killing - Investigates violence in Indonesia, contrasting documentary-style storytelling with surreal visuals.
  • The Big City - Explores urban life and the role of women in postcolonial India.
  • Goodbye to Language - A cinematic exploration of modern life and the relationship with nature and urban existence.
  • A Poem Is a Naked Person - An unconventional documentary that captures the essence of artist Leon Russell and the life surrounding him.
  • The City Dark - Explores the relationship between urban light and the night sky, presenting a unique documentary perspective.
  • Into Great Silence - A meditation on silence and spirituality, set in a secluded monastery, contrasting urban noise.
  • The Italian Job - Involves heist elements intertwined with the beauty of urban locations, particularly in Italy.
  • Searching for Sugar Man - A documentary that tells the story of musicians and the cultural impact of music in urban settings.
  • Urbanized - A documentary that looks at the design of cities and the social and cultural dynamics involved.
  • The Holy Mountain - A surreal journey through a variety of landscapes, including urban settings, that challenges consumer society.
  • This is my Land! - A documentary that contrasts personal narratives and historical context in the urban landscape of Israel/Palestine.
  • The Last Train - Explores the impact of urban transit systems on daily life and the experiences of city dwellers.
  • Dreams - A visual feast that immerses the viewer in various themes and settings, some capturing urban life.
  • Tokyo Story - Depicts the experiences of an elderly couple in post-war Japan within an urban context.
  • A Cinema of Irresolution - An exploration of space and urbanity, integrating narrative with a focus on the city's impact.

Last updated: 2024-09-30 17:48:50

# Name Year Country Genres IMDb Votes IMDb Rating Type Status CBFC
1 1929 Soviet Union 28438 8.3 Movie Released
2
Koyaanisqatsi
Koyaanisqatsi
86 min
1983 United States of America 42103 8.2 Movie Released NR
3
City of God
City of God
130 min
2002 Brazil 809417 8.6 Movie Released
4
Paris, Texas
Paris, Texas
145 min
1984 France 122196 8.1 Movie Released
5
Wings of Desire
Wings of Desire
128 min
1987 France 78212 7.9 Movie Released PG-13
6
Sherman's March
Sherman's March
158 min
1985 United States of America 2737 7.2 Movie Released
7 1994 Hong Kong 97977 8 Movie Released PG-13
8
Modern Times
Modern Times
87 min
1936 United States of America 263226 8.5 Movie Released
9
The Third Man
The Third Man
104 min
1949 United Kingdom 183670 8.1 Movie Released NR
10 1980 United States of America 187 8.2 Movie Released
11
A Ghost Story for Christmas
A Ghost Story for Christmas
32 min
SS 2 EP 19
1971 14 7.7 Serie Returning Series
12
Tangerine
Tangerine
87 min
2015 United States of America 36358 7.1 Movie Released
13
Pina
Pina
106 min
2011 France 16067 7.6 Movie Released PG
14 2013 France 98196 7.7 Movie Released
15
La Jetée
La Jetée
28 min
1962 France 37434 8.2 Movie Released
16
Baraka
Baraka
97 min
1992 United States of America 41246 8.5 Movie Released
17 2003 United Kingdom 496088 7.7 Movie Released
18 1959 France 36481 7.8 Movie Released NR
19
The Square
The Square
151 min
2017 Denmark 78244 7.1 Movie Released R
20 1951 United States of America 115160 7.9 Movie Released
21 2010 Chile 6183 7.6 Movie Released
22 2008 United Kingdom 1156 6 Movie Released
23 2012 Denmark 41179 8.2 Movie Released NR
24
The Big City
The Big City
136 min
1963 India 5050 8.3 Movie Released
25 2014 France 6368 5.8 Movie Released
26 1974 United States of America 559 7 Movie Released
27
The City Dark
The City Dark
83 min
2012 United States of America 339 7 Movie Released
28 2005 Germany 2514 7.3 Movie Released
29
The Italian Job
The Italian Job
110 min
2003 France 391654 7 Movie Released PG-13
30 2012 Finland 73382 8.2 Movie Released PG-13
31
Urbanized
Urbanized
85 min
2011 United States of America 2311 7.3 Movie Released NR
32 1973 Mexico 48769 7.7 Movie Released R
33 1973 France 1762 6.9 Movie Released
34
Dreams
Dreams
119 min
1990 United States of America 29624 7.7 Movie Released PG
35
Tokyo Story
Tokyo Story
137 min
1953 Japan 69700 8.1 Movie Released
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