Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Russia 1985-1999: TraumaZone List

  • The Act of Killing - Explores historical violence and its impact on society through a documentary style.
  • The Look of Silence - A companion piece to The Act of Killing, it delves into the effects of past atrocities.
  • Shoah - An extensive documentary about the Holocaust, exploring trauma and memory.
  • 13th - Investigates the intersection of race, justice, and mass incarceration in the U.S.
  • The Fog of War - Presents lessons learned from war through the reflections of a former U.S. Secretary of Defense.
  • The Act of Killing - Focuses on individuals' experiences and memories of violence in Indonesia.
  • City of God - Fictionalized account of life in the violent slums of Rio de Janeiro, exploring societal trauma.
  • Persepolis - An animated biographical film depicting the author's experiences during the Iranian Revolution.
  • Waltz with Bashir - An animated documentary about a soldier's experiences during the Lebanon War and its aftermath.
  • Restrepo - A war documentary that provides an immersive look at soldiers' experiences in Afghanistan.
  • The Square - Documents the Egyptian Revolution of 2011 through the eyes of various activists.
  • Hotel Rwanda - Based on the Rwandan genocide, highlighting the effects of trauma on communities.
  • Children of Men - Explores societal collapse and trauma in a dystopian future, prompting reflection on human resilience.
  • The Killing Fields - Tells the true story of a journalist's experiences during the Cambodian genocide.
  • A Clockwork Orange - Examines themes of violence, free will, and societal control, illustrating trauma through dystopian fiction.
  • Requiem for a Dream - Explores the effects of addiction and the trauma it inflict on individuals and families.
  • One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest - Examines mental health, institutional trauma, and the struggle for autonomy.
  • American History X - Addresses themes of racism, trauma, and the potential for redemption and change.
  • Tangerines - Focuses on the effects of war and the humanity found amidst conflict.
  • A Serbian Film - A controversial film that explores extreme trauma and its repercussions in post-war Serbia.
  • The Pianist - Set during WWII, it tells the story of survival amidst the trauma of war.
  • The Road - A post-apocalyptic tale that explores human suffering and survival in a traumatized world.
  • Schindler's List - A historical account of the Holocaust, highlighting themes of survival and trauma.
  • Paddington - Although lighter, it subtly addresses themes of belonging and the impact of displacement.
  • The Road to Guantanamo - A documentary about the harrowing experiences of detainees, illustrating the aftermath of trauma.
  • The Killing of America - A documentary that discusses violence in America and its impact on society as a whole.
  • The Battle of Algiers - A compelling depiction of war and resistance, exploring political trauma and societal impact.
  • The Baader Meinhof Complex - Follows the story of a German terrorist group and its impact on society during the 1970s.
  • The War You Don't See - Examines how media shapes perception of war, contributing to societal trauma.
  • Dear Zachary: A Letter to a Son About His Father - A documentary that depicts a family's trauma after the loss of a loved one.
  • Fahrenheit 9/11 - A critique of war and American politics following 9/11, exploring themes of trauma and justice.
  • The Hunger Games - A dystopian narrative exploring the effects of oppressive regimes and societal trauma.
  • I, Daniel Blake - Addresses the impact of bureaucracy on individuals, revealing societal trauma and struggles.
  • We Need to Talk About Kevin - Focuses on parental trauma stemming from a violent act committed by a child.
  • The Great Hack - Investigates the manipulation of personal data and its societal implications, touching on modern trauma.
  • The Eisenstein Effect - Explores how historical events shape collective memory and trauma through innovative storytelling.
  • The Death of Stalin - A dark comedy that reflects on political upheaval and the absurdity of trauma in governance.
  • Chernobyl - A dramatization of the Chernobyl disaster, exploring themes of trauma and consequence on society.

Last updated: 2024-10-07 15:30:26

# Name Year Country Genres IMDb Votes IMDb Rating Type Status CBFC
1 2012 Denmark 41179 8.2 Movie Released NR
2 2015 Denmark 14013 8.3 Movie Released
3
Shoah
Shoah
566 min
1985 France 10692 8.7 Movie Released
4
13th
13th
100 min
2016 United States of America 37917 8.2 Movie Released
5
The Fog of War
The Fog of War
107 min
2003 United States of America 25203 8.1 Movie Released PG-13
6
City of God
City of God
130 min
2002 Brazil 809417 8.6 Movie Released
7
Persepolis
Persepolis
95 min
2007 France 100824 8 Movie Released PG-13
8 2008 Australia 60782 8 Movie Released R
9
Restrepo
Restrepo
93 min
2010 United States of America 24536 7.4 Movie Released
10
The Square
The Square
151 min
2017 Denmark 78244 7.1 Movie Released R
11
Hotel Rwanda
Hotel Rwanda
121 min
2004 Italy 374612 8.1 Movie Released
12
Children of Men
Children of Men
109 min
2006 United Kingdom 534417 7.9 Movie Released
13 1984 United Kingdom 60089 7.8 Movie Released
14 1971 United Kingdom 888921 8.3 Movie Released
15 2000 United States of America 909017 8.3 Movie Released NR
16 1975 United States of America 1082480 8.7 Movie Released R
17 1998 United States of America 1197920 8.5 Movie Released R
18
Tangerines
Tangerines
87 min
2013 Estonia 49367 8.1 Movie Released PG-13
19
A Serbian Film
A Serbian Film
104 min
2010 Serbia 73002 4.9 Movie Released NC-17
20
The Pianist
The Pianist
150 min
2002 France 926283 8.5 Movie Released R
21
The Road
The Road
111 min
2009 United States of America 256876 7.2 Movie Released
22 1993 United States of America 1468400 9 Movie Released R
23
Paddington
Paddington
96 min
2014 France 135900 7.3 Movie Released PG
24 2006 United Kingdom 11499 7.4 Movie Released R
25 1981 Japan 2411 7.6 Movie Released R
26 1966 Italy 66540 8.1 Movie Released
27 2008 Czech Republic 40370 7.3 Movie Released
28 2010 United Kingdom 1542 8.4 Movie Released
29 2008 United States of America 41393 8.5 Movie Released
30
Fahrenheit 9/11
Fahrenheit 9/11
123 min
2004 Italy 132756 7.5 Movie Released R
31 2012 United States of America 1014680 7.2 Movie Released PG-13
32
I, Daniel Blake
I, Daniel Blake
100 min
2016 Belgium 65411 7.8 Movie Released
33 2011 Spain 169697 7.5 Movie Released
34
The Great Hack
The Great Hack
114 min
2019 United States of America 25129 7 Movie Released
35 2017 Belgium 115341 7.3 Movie Released
36
Chernobyl
Chernobyl
73 min
SS 1 EP 5
2019 United Kingdom 890998 9.3 Serie Ended TV-MA
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