Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Barefoot Gen 2 List
- Grave of the Fireflies - Both films depict the harsh realities of war through the eyes of children.
- The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas - Explores friendship amidst the backdrop of World War II and its impact on innocence.
- The Wind Rises - Focuses on the consequences of war and the human spirit in a historical context.
- A Silent Voice - Touches on themes of childhood trauma and the effects of society on the individual.
- The Book Thief - Centers around a young girl living in Nazi Germany and her relationship with books amidst turmoil.
- When the Last Sword is Drawn - Examines the personal cost of war and its effect on families and individuals.
- Life is Beautiful - Combines humor and heartbreak while depicting a father's love in a concentration camp.
- Come and See - A harrowing look at the brutality of war through a young boy's perspective.
- Pan's Labyrinth - Merges fantastical elements with the grim realities of post-Civil War Spain and a child's perspective.
- The Pianist - Chronicles the struggles of a Jewish musician during World War II, reflecting on survival and resilience.
- Coco - Sheds light on family, loss, and remembrance, similar emotional depths as Barefoot Gen.
- City of God - Shows the effects of violence on youth and society, exploring deep themes akin to those in Barefoot Gen.
- Children of Heaven - A poignant Iranian film about childhood struggles and the innocence affected by circumstances.
- To Live - Explores the impact of China's turbulent history on a family's life, paralleling the themes in Barefoot Gen.
- The Road - A post-apocalyptic story about a father and son’s survival in a devastated world, focusing on human spirit.
- In This Corner of the World - Depicts the life of a young woman during World War II in Japan, dealing with loss and hardship.
- Hotel Rwanda - Highlights the impact of war and genocide on lives, drawing parallels with human suffering in Barefoot Gen.
- Schindler's List - A powerful portrayal of the Holocaust and the human cost of war, similar emotional gravitas.
- Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind - Explores themes of memory and emotional pain, resonating with the impact of war on personal lives.
- The Color Purple - A look into the struggles and resilience of African American women in the early 20th century.
- My Girl - A coming-of-age story that deals with loss and childhood innocence similar to Barefoot Gen.
- The Kite Runner - Focuses on friendship and betrayal against the backdrop of a devastated homeland.
- War Horse - Explores the effects of World War I on relationships and the innocence lost during conflict.
- The Diary of Anne Frank - A poignant look at the life of a young girl hiding during the Holocaust, experiencing fear and hope.
- Farewell, My Concubine - Examines the impact of political turmoil on relationships and personal identities.
- The Motorcycle Diaries - A journey that explores social issues in Latin America, reflecting on youth and societal impact.
- The Breadwinner - Follows a young girl navigating a patriarchal society during a time of conflict, highlighting resilience.
- Beasts of No Nation - A raw depiction of child soldiers and the loss of innocence in war-torn countries.
- Bicycle Thieves - Explores poverty and desperation in post-war Italy through the eyes of a father and his son.
- The Last Black Man in San Francisco - Touches on themes of identity and belonging in the face of societal change and loss.
- Waltz with Bashir - An animated documentary depicting the trauma of war and its lingering effects on individuals.
- Atonement - Explores themes of love and regret against the backdrop of World War II.
- The Flowers of War - Set in Nanjing during the war, focusing on the plight of women amidst brutality.
- Spirit of the Way - While different in theme, it captures the essence of childhood and fantasy, akin to emotional storytelling.
- The Help - Highlights social issues and personal struggles through the lens of women in the 1960s.
- The Other Side of Heaven - Focuses on the struggles of faith and resilience during challenging times, echoing Barefoot Gen’s themes.
- Room - Explores trauma and recovery through the experiences of a young boy in captivity.
- The Road to Guantanamo - Documents real-life struggles and injustices, similar to the thematic focus on suffering.
- The Boy in the Striped Pajamas - Tells a touching, tragic story of childhood innocence set during a dark historical period.
- The Last Samurai - A historical drama that reflects on the clash of cultures amid the backdrop of war.
- Secrets and Lies - A poignant exploration of family relationships that unfolds amidst social and emotional struggles.
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| # | Name | Year | Country | Genres | IMDb Votes | IMDb Rating | Type | Status | CBFC |
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1988 | Japan | Animation | 316519 | 8.5 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 2 | 2008 | United Kingdom | Drama | 250148 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | ||
| 3 |
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2013 | Japan | Animation | 100848 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | |
| 4 |
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2013 | Germany | Drama | 143107 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 5 |
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2003 | Japan | Action | 5398 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | |
| 6 |
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1997 | Italy | Comedy | 750960 | 8.6 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 7 |
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1985 | Soviet Union | Drama | 100240 | 8.4 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 8 |
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2006 | Mexico | Fantasy | 708164 | 8.2 | Movie | Released | R |
| 9 |
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2002 | France | Biography | 926283 | 8.5 | Movie | Released | R |
| 10 |
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2017 | United States of America | Adventure | 605600 | 8.4 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 11 |
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2002 | Brazil | Drama | 809417 | 8.6 | Movie | Released | |
| 12 |
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1997 | Iran | Drama | 81931 | 8.2 | Movie | Released | |
| 13 |
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1994 | China | Drama | 20739 | 8.3 | Movie | Released | |
| 14 |
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2009 | United States of America | Adventure | 256876 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | |
| 15 |
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2016 | Japan | Animation | 12665 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | |
| 16 |
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2004 | Italy | Drama | 374612 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 17 |
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1993 | United States of America | Biography | 1468400 | 9 | Movie | Released | R |
| 18 | 2004 | United States of America | Sci-Fi | 1090100 | 8.3 | Movie | Released | R | |
| 19 |
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1985 | United States of America | Drama | 98350 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | |
| 20 |
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1991 | United States of America | Comedy | 90046 | 6.9 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 21 |
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2007 | China | Drama | 82835 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | |
| 22 |
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2011 | India | Action | 166662 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | |
| 23 |
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1959 | United States of America | Biography | 13797 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 24 |
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2004 | Argentina | Drama | 105191 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | R |
| 25 |
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2017 | Canada | Animation | 28526 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 26 |
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2015 | Brazil | Drama | 87514 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | |
| 27 |
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1948 | Italy | Drama | 177123 | 8.3 | Movie | Released | |
| 28 | 2019 | United States of America | Drama | 22135 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | ||
| 29 |
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2008 | Australia | Drama | 60782 | 8 | Movie | Released | R |
| 30 |
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2007 | France | Drama | 302794 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | R |
| 31 |
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2011 | China | Drama | 56104 | 7.5 | Movie | Released | R |
| 32 |
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2011 | India | Drama | 498104 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 33 |
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2001 | United States of America | Adventure | 4773 | 6.2 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 34 |
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2015 | Canada | Drama | 455229 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | R |
| 35 |
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2006 | United Kingdom | Drama | 11499 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | R |
| 36 |
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2003 | New Zealand | Drama | 476104 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | |
| 37 |
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2015 | United States of America | Crime | 12495 | 7.5 | Serie | Canceled | TV-14 |
