Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Mapplethorpe List
- Latter Days - Explores themes of sexuality and the struggles of self-acceptance.
- Paris is Burning - A documentary that highlights the LGBTQ+ community and their artistic expressions.
- Milk - Biographical film about Harvey Milk, focusing on LGBTQ+ rights and activism.
- The Normal Heart - Depicts the early days of the AIDS crisis and its impact on the LGBTQ+ community.
- Pride - Based on the true story of LGBTQ+ activists supporting striking miners in 1980s Britain.
- Call Me by Your Name - A coming-of-age romance that explores themes of sexuality and desire.
- Boys Don't Cry - Biographical film about Brandon Teena, focusing on gender identity and tragedy.
- Blue is the Warmest Color - Explores a deep romantic relationship between two young women.
- A Fantastic Woman - Follows a transgender woman's struggle for recognition after her boyfriend's death.
- The Celluloid Closet - Documentary exploring the portrayal of LGBTQ+ characters in film history.
- Carol - A love story set in the 1950s focusing on the challenges of a same-sex relationship.
- Psycho - Explores themes of identity and the human psyche, similar to Mapplethorpe's explorative style.
- The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert - Follows drag queens on a road trip, celebrating LGBTQ+ culture.
- The Killing of Sister George - Features a lesbian relationship and the dynamics of love and jealousy.
- The Hours - Weaves together the stories of three women, exploring themes of identity and depression.
- My Own Private Idaho - A film about two friends on a journey of personal discovery and love.
- Frida - Biopic that delves into the life of artist Frida Kahlo, exploring sexuality and identity.
- Tangerine - Follows the daily lives of transgender sex workers, showcasing their struggles.
- Hedwig and the Angry Inch - Combines music and themes of identity, gender, and love in a compelling narrative.
- Boys in the Trees - Explores adolescent friendships and complex emotions against a backdrop of artistic themes.
- Dead Poets Society - Themes of self-expression and the struggles of artistic individuals resonate.
- A Single Man - Explores grief and identity of a gay man in the 1960s, visually striking.
- Wilde - Biographical story about Oscar Wilde, focusing on his life and relationships.
- The Birdcage - A comedic take on LGBTQ+ themes, showcasing the importance of acceptance.
- The Kids Are All Right - Centers on a same-sex couple navigating parenthood and family dynamics.
- The Skin I Live In - Themes of identity and the human body explored through a psychological thriller.
- A Star is Born - Deals with the struggles of artists and the complexities of love and identity.
- Bared Alive - Experimental approach towards identity and relationships.
- Anatomy of Hell - Explores sexuality, art, and identity through a provocative narrative.
- The Favourite - A dark comedy that touches on themes of love and rivalry among women.
- God's Own Country - A powerful love story set against the backdrop of rural life and personal challenges.
- The Miseducation of Cameron Post - Focuses on LGBTQ+ identity and the impact of conversion therapy.
- To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar - A comedy that celebrates drag culture and acceptance.
- The Way He Looks - Explores the feelings of a blind teenager discovering love and friendship.
- Portrait of a Lady on Fire - A romantic drama about a forbidden love story set in the 18th century.
- Pride and Prejudice - An exploration of societal expectations in the context of romantic relationships.
- The Perks of Being a Wallflower - Focuses on the challenges of identity and acceptance during adolescence.
- The Edge of Seventeen - A coming-of-age film that explores teenage identity and relationships.
- LGBTQ+ History: The Story of Our Lives - Documentary focused on the historical context of LGBTQ+ rights and culture.
- Looking - A series that delves into the lives of gay friends in San Francisco.
- Sense8 - Explores diverse identities and connections among characters across the globe.
- Queer as Folk - Follows the lives and loves of queer individuals in a contemporary setting.
- Pose - Focuses on the ball culture and the lives of transgender women in the 80s and 90s.
- Transparent - Explores themes of gender identity through the lens of a family dealing with transitions.
- Schitt's Creek - A comedy series that features LGBTQ+ themes and acceptance humorously.
- The Young Prince - Explores the life and friendships of a young artist in historical contexts.
- Billie Eilish: The World's a Little Blurry - Documentary that delves into a contemporary artist's life and her personal expressions.
- RuPaul's Drag Race - A reality show celebrating drag culture and artistic performances.
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| # | Name | Year | Country | Genres | IMDb Votes | IMDb Rating | Type | Status | CBFC |
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| 1 |
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2004 | United States of America | Drama | 18715 | 7 | Movie | Released | R |
| 2 |
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1991 | United States of America | Documentary | 18119 | 8.2 | Movie | Released | |
| 3 |
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2008 | United States of America | History | 180650 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | R |
| 4 |
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2014 | United States of America | Biography | 38121 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | R |
| 5 |
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2014 | France | Biography | 62387 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | R |
| 6 |
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2017 | Brazil | Drama | 322880 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | |
| 7 |
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1999 | United States of America | Biography | 104107 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | R |
| 8 |
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2013 | Belgium | Drama | 164624 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | NC-17 |
| 9 |
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2017 | Chile | Drama | 27500 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | R |
| 10 |
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1996 | France | Documentary | 7585 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | |
| 11 |
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2015 | United Kingdom | Drama | 143739 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | |
| 12 |
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1960 | United States of America | Horror | 726434 | 8.5 | Movie | Released | R |
| 13 | 1994 | Australia | Comedy | 56198 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | ||
| 14 |
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1968 | United States of America | Comedy | 2592 | 7 | Movie | Released | R |
| 15 |
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2002 | United Kingdom | Drama | 140802 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 16 |
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1991 | United States of America | Drama | 62565 | 7 | Movie | Released | R |
| 17 |
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2002 | Canada | Biography | 96034 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | R |
| 18 |
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2015 | United States of America | Comedy | 36358 | 7.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 19 |
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2001 | Canada | Comedy | 37699 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | |
| 20 |
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2016 | Australia | Drama | 4344 | 6.3 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 21 |
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1989 | United States of America | Comedy | 556046 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 22 |
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2009 | United States of America | Crime | 118533 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | R |
| 23 |
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1997 | Germany | Biography | 18266 | 6.9 | Movie | Released | |
| 24 |
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1996 | United States of America | Comedy | 102552 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | R |
| 25 |
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2010 | United States of America | Comedy | 135066 | 7 | Movie | Released | |
| 26 |
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2011 | Spain | Drama | 167909 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | |
| 27 |
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2018 | United States of America | Drama | 424179 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | |
| 28 |
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2004 | France | Drama | 6237 | 4.4 | Movie | Released | |
| 29 |
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2018 | Ireland | Biography | 239037 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | R |
| 30 |
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2017 | United Kingdom | Drama | 36534 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | |
| 31 | 2018 | United Kingdom | Comedy | 25978 | 6.6 | Movie | Released | ||
| 32 | 1995 | United States of America | Comedy | 37523 | 6.7 | Movie | Released | PG-13 | |
| 33 |
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2014 | Brazil | Drama | 27953 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | |
| 34 |
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2019 | France | Drama | 112157 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 35 |
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1995 | Canada | Drama | 93655 | 8.8 | Serie | Ended | TV-14 |
| 36 |
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2012 | United States of America | Drama | 553835 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | |
| 37 |
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2016 | United States of America | Comedy | 142397 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | R |
| 38 |
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2014 | United States of America | Comedy | 21879 | 8.2 | Serie | Canceled | TV-MA |
| 39 |
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2015 | United Kingdom | Drama | 164401 | 8.2 | Serie | Canceled | TV-MA |
| 40 |
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2000 | United States of America | Drama | 22683 | 8.5 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 41 |
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2018 | United States of America | Drama | 33378 | 8.6 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 42 |
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2014 | United States of America | Comedy | 23592 | 7.8 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 43 |
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2015 | Canada | Comedy | 149491 | 8.5 | Serie | Ended | TV-14 |
| 44 | 2021 | United States of America | Documentary | 8952 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | R | |
| 45 |
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2009 | United States of America | Reality-TV | 23720 | 8.5 | Serie | Returning Series | TV-14 |
