Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Mapplethorpe: Look at the Pictures List
- The Death of Dick Long - Explores unconventional and provocative themes similar to Mapplethorpe's life.
- Paris is Burning - Documentary that delves into New York's drag ball culture, paralleling Mapplethorpe's exploration of sexuality and art.
- Waltz with Bashir - Innovative animation combined with serious subject matter, akin to the artistic exploration in Mapplethorpe's work.
- Frida - Biographical film that focuses on the life of a controversial artist and her struggles.
- Basquiat - A biopic about another provocative artist who struggled with fame and identity.
- Ai Weiwei: Never Sorry - Documentary about the life of an artist and activist, reflecting the themes of expression and controversy.
- Love is Strange - Explores love and relationships in a nuanced manner, similar to the complex themes explored in Mapplethorpe's work.
- The Queen - A documentary on drag and performance art, similar to the cultural exploration in Mapplethorpe's life.
- Patti Cake$ - A story about art and self-expression against the backdrop of struggle and identity.
- The Invisible Man - Themes of identity and perception resonate with the artistic essence found in Mapplethorpe's story.
- The Color Purple - Explores the struggles of the marginalized, similar to Mapplethorpe's focus on non-mainstream narratives.
- Superstar: The Karen Carpenter Story - A unique take on the biopic that intertwines art and personal strife.
- Born to be Bad - Explores the life of a rebellious artist, paralleling themes found in Mapplethorpe's journey.
- Queer Eye - Focuses on self-expression and identity, exploring themes similar to those in Mapplethorpe's life.
- Call Me by Your Name - Explores themes of forbidden love, eloquently resonating with Mapplethorpe's exploration of eroticism.
- Milk - A biopic about an activist artist, touching on social issues and identity.
- Boys Don’t Cry - A biographical film that explores themes of gender and sexuality, much like Mapplethorpe's subjects.
- A Fantastic Woman - Focuses on the struggles of a transgender woman, creating a parallel with Mapplethorpe's themes of identity.
- The Perks of Being a Wallflower - Explores the complexities of adolescence and identity, resonating with the raw exploration in Mapplethorpe's work.
- Stranger Than Paradise - An independent film that captures unique personal narratives in a raw manner, much like Mapplethorpe's art.
- I Am Not Your Negro - A documentary that examines race relations and identity, which resonates with themes in Mapplethorpe's work.
- Rafiki - Focuses on an LGBTQ+ love story in a restrictive society, paralleling themes of identity in Mapplethorpe's work.
- My Own Private Idaho - Explores themes of identity, sexuality, and belonging with a raw approach.
- The Artist - A silent film that captures the essence of art and identity in life and work.
- Tiny Furniture - A coming-of-age film that dives into self-identity and artistic expression.
- Cloud Atlas - Exploration of identity and interconnectedness resonates with themes of self-discovery.
- Dead Poets Society - Explores the importance of self-expression and individuality amidst societal pressures.
- Carol - Delve into themes of love and identity in a period setting, paralleling Mapplethorpe's exploration of relationships.
- Tangerine - A vibrant exploration of identity and life experiences within the LGBTQ+ community.
- Hedwig and the Angry Inch - Explores themes of identity, gender, and love through a powerful musical format.
- The Hours - Interweaves the lives of women at different times, focusing on identity and artistic struggle.
- Rocketman - A musical biopic about self-discovery and identity, much like Mapplethorpe's story.
- Moonlight - Explores themes of identity and sexuality in a poignant and artistic manner.
- Kinky Boots - Explores themes of acceptance, identity, and self-expression through an artistic lens.
- Death Becomes Her - Satirical take on vanity and artistry that reflects themes of self-image and identity.
- Boy Erased - Addresses sexuality and identity in a compelling narrative, resonating with Mapplethorpe's themes.
- The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert - Explores drag culture and identity in a vibrant and humorous manner.
- Portrait of a Lady on Fire - A deep exploration of love and identity between women that parallels the artistic exploration in Mapplethorpe's life.
- Green Room - A raw portrayal of identity in a subculture, similar to Mapplethorpe's exploration of marginalized communities.
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| # | Name | Year | Country | Genres | IMDb Votes | IMDb Rating | Type | Status | CBFC |
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2019 | United States of America | Comedy | 7535 | 6.4 | Movie | Released | R |
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1991 | United States of America | Documentary | 18119 | 8.2 | Movie | Released | |
| 3 |
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2008 | Australia | Drama | 60782 | 8 | Movie | Released | R |
| 4 |
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2002 | Canada | Biography | 96034 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | R |
| 5 |
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1996 | United States of America | Biography | 22294 | 6.9 | Movie | Released | |
| 6 |
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2012 | United States of America | Documentary | 4536 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | |
| 7 |
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2014 | Brazil | Drama | 13383 | 6.7 | Movie | Released | R |
| 8 |
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2006 | France | Drama | 116428 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 9 |
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2017 | Brazil | Drama | 10560 | 6.8 | Movie | Released | |
| 10 |
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2020 | Australia | Thriller | 260026 | 7.1 | Movie | Released | R |
| 11 |
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1985 | United States of America | Drama | 98350 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | |
| 12 | 1987 | United States of America | Biography | 3370 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | NR | |
| 13 |
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1950 | United States of America | Crime | 2928 | 6.6 | Movie | Released | |
| 14 |
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2018 | United States of America | Reality-TV | 21316 | 8.5 | Serie | Returning Series | TV-14 |
| 15 |
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2017 | Brazil | Drama | 322880 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | |
| 16 |
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2008 | United States of America | History | 180650 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | R |
| 17 |
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2017 | Chile | Drama | 27500 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | R |
| 18 |
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2012 | United States of America | Drama | 553835 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | |
| 19 |
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1984 | Germany | Comedy | 41019 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | |
| 20 |
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2017 | Belgium | Documentary | 23707 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | |
| 21 |
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2018 | Kenya | Drama | 3354 | 6.8 | Movie | Released | |
| 22 |
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1991 | United States of America | Drama | 62565 | 7 | Movie | Released | R |
| 23 |
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2011 | Belgium | Comedy | 249574 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | |
| 24 |
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2010 | United States of America | Comedy | 14893 | 6.2 | Movie | Released | |
| 25 |
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2012 | Germany | Drama | 376223 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | |
| 26 |
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1989 | United States of America | Comedy | 556046 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 27 |
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2015 | United Kingdom | Drama | 143739 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | |
| 28 |
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2015 | United States of America | Comedy | 36358 | 7.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 29 |
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2001 | Canada | Comedy | 37699 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | |
| 30 |
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2002 | United Kingdom | Drama | 140802 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 31 |
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2019 | United Kingdom | Biography | 197497 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | |
| 32 |
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2016 | United States of America | Drama | 334820 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | R |
| 33 |
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2005 | United Kingdom | Comedy | 21706 | 7.1 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 34 |
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1992 | United States of America | Comedy | 133377 | 6.6 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 35 |
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2018 | Australia | Biography | 43297 | 6.9 | Movie | Released | |
| 36 | 1994 | Australia | Comedy | 56198 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | ||
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2019 | France | Drama | 112157 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 38 |
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2016 | United States of America | Crime | 141052 | 7 | Movie | Released |
