Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Roman Polanski: A Film Memoir List

  • My Architect - A documentary exploring the life of a famous architect and his relationship with his estranged son.
  • Searching for Sugar Man - A documentary that follows two fans searching for a musician who disappeared from the spotlight.
  • 20 Feet from Stardom - Focuses on the untold true story of the backup singers behind some of the greatest musical legends.
  • Life Itself - A documentary about the life of renowned film critic Roger Ebert, exploring his passion for cinema.
  • Jodorowsky's Dune - Documents Alejandro Jodorowsky's ambitious but ultimately unmade film adaptation of Dune.
  • The Act of Killing - Examines individuals involved in the Indonesian mass killings in a chilling and surreal way.
  • The Fog of War - A documentary featuring former U.S. Secretary of Defense Robert S. McNamara discussing his role in American history.
  • Won't You Be My Neighbor? - Explores the life and legacy of Fred Rogers, the beloved host of the children's television show.
  • Won't You Be My Neighbor? - Focuses on the life of Fred Rogers, a television pioneer with a profound impact on audiences.
  • Grizzly Man - A documentary about nature filmmaker Timothy Treadwell and his interactions with grizzly bears.
  • The Square - Follows the Egyptian Revolution of 2011 from the perspective of activists on the ground.
  • American Movie - A documentary about a filmmaker trying to create his own horror movie while struggling with obstacles.
  • Exit Through the Gift Shop - Explores the world of street art and the story of Thierry Guetta, an eccentric shop owner.
  • The King of Comedy - Follows an aspiring comic and his obsession with a television star, showcasing themes of fame and ambition.
  • Filmworker - Examines the life of Leon Vitali, who dedicated his life to serving filmmaker Stanley Kubrick.
  • The Devil and Daniel Johnston - A documentary chronicling the life of troubled artist Daniel Johnston and his struggles with mental illness.
  • Stories We Tell - A documentary by Sarah Polley that examines family secrets through the lens of storytelling.
  • The Last Waltz - A concert film showcasing the final performance of The Band, featuring interviews and reflections.
  • The Social Network - A dramatization of the founding of Facebook and the complex relationships involved in its creation.
  • Burt's Buzz - A documentary about Burt Shavitz, co-founder of Burt's Bees, and his life in the country.
  • Dancer in the Dark - A musical drama focusing on a blind woman who sacrifices everything for the sake of her son.
  • Abstract: The Art of Design - A docuseries profiling various designers and their creative processes across different fields.
  • The Great Beauty - A visually stunning film about a writer reflecting on his life and the beauty around him in Rome.
  • The Spectacular Now - A coming-of-age film that explores the complexities of young adulthood and relationships.
  • Paris, Texas - A film about loneliness, identity, and redemption, featuring a man's quest to reconnect with his family.
  • The Irishman - Explores crime, loyalty, and the passage of time in the life of a mob hitman through decades.
  • The People vs. Larry Flynt - A biographical drama that chronicles the life of adult magazine publisher Larry Flynt and his legal battles.
  • Lovelace - A biopic about Linda Lovelace and her experiences in the adult film industry.
  • The Life of David Gale - A thriller that explores themes of justice and morality through the life of a death penalty opponent.
  • Scoop - A comedy-mystery film that revolves around a journalist uncovering a secret surrounding a murder.
  • Cameraperson - A documentary that combines various footage from the director’s career, reflecting on their experiences.
  • The Queen - A historical drama about the British monarchy's response to Princess Diana's death.
  • The King's Speech - A historical drama focusing on King George VI's personal struggles and triumph over his speech impediment.
  • Argo - A historical drama based on the true story of a CIA operation to rescue hostages in Iran.
  • Birdman - A dark comedy about a former superhero actor struggling with identity and relevance in show business.
  • The Artist - A silent film that celebrates the transition from silent movies to talkies from the perspective of actors.
  • Cinema Paradiso - A nostalgic look at the life of a filmmaker through the lens of his childhood experiences with cinema.
  • The Road to El Dorado - An animated adventure that involves themes of exploration and self-discovery.
  • Bird Box - A post-apocalyptic thriller about survival and the unknown that explores human resilience.
  • First Man - A biographical drama about Neil Armstrong and the challenges leading up to the moon landing.

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# Name Year Country Genres IMDb Votes IMDb Rating Type Status CBFC
1
R.E.M. By MTV
R.E.M. By MTV
107 min
2014 United States of America 354 7.4 Movie Released
2 2012 Finland 73382 8.2 Movie Released PG-13
3 2013 United States of America 14029 7.4 Movie Released NR
4
Life Itself
Life Itself
118 min
2018 Spain 25079 6.9 Movie Released R
5 2013 France 27951 8 Movie Released PG-13
6 2012 Denmark 41179 8.2 Movie Released NR
7
The Fog of War
The Fog of War
107 min
2003 United States of America 25203 8.1 Movie Released PG-13
8 2018 United States of America 27291 8.3 Movie Released
9
Grizzly Man
Grizzly Man
103 min
2005 United States of America 62723 7.8 Movie Released
10
The Square
The Square
151 min
2017 Denmark 78244 7.1 Movie Released R
11
American Movie
American Movie
107 min
1999 United States of America 19717 7.8 Movie Released
12 2010 United Kingdom 69135 7.9 Movie Released
13 1982 United States of America 120952 7.8 Movie Released PG
14
Filmworker
Filmworker
94 min
2018 United States of America 3529 7.4 Movie Released
15 2006 United States of America 10585 7.9 Movie Released PG-13
16
Stories We Tell
Stories We Tell
109 min
2012 Canada 14191 7.5 Movie Released
17
The Last Waltz
The Last Waltz
117 min
1978 United States of America 20450 8.1 Movie Released PG
18 2010 United States of America 767077 7.8 Movie Released PG-13
19
Burt's Buzz
Burt's Buzz
88 min
2014 Canada 812 6.6 Movie Released
20 2000 Argentina 117754 7.9 Movie Released
21
Abstract: The Art of Design
Abstract: The Art of Design
45 min
SS 2 EP 14
2017 United States of America 5956 8.3 Serie Ended TV-14
22 2013 France 98196 7.7 Movie Released
23 2013 United States of America 162366 7 Movie Released
24
Paris, Texas
Paris, Texas
145 min
1984 France 122196 8.1 Movie Released
25
The Irishman
The Irishman
209 min
2019 United States of America 436641 7.8 Movie Released
26 1996 United States of America 101416 7.3 Movie Released R
27
Lovelace
Lovelace
92 min
2013 United States of America 43006 6.2 Movie Released R
28 2003 Germany 127005 7.5 Movie Released R
29
Scoop
Scoop
96 min
2006 United Kingdom 88078 6.6 Movie Released PG-13
30
Cameraperson
Cameraperson
102 min
2016 United States of America 3304 7.4 Movie Released
31
The Queen
The Queen
103 min
2006 France 116428 7.3 Movie Released PG-13
32 2010 United Kingdom 711617 8 Movie Released
33
Argo
Argo
120 min
2012 United Kingdom 642708 7.7 Movie Released
34
The Artist
The Artist
100 min
2011 Belgium 249574 7.9 Movie Released
35
Cinema Paradiso
Cinema Paradiso
124 min
1988 France 286511 8.5 Movie Released
36 2000 United States of America 109178 6.9 Movie Released
37
Bird Box
Bird Box
124 min
2018 United States of America 392227 6.6 Movie Released R
38
First Man
First Man
141 min
2018 United States of America 204068 7.3 Movie Released
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