Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Kafka List

• The Trial - Similar themes of bureaucracy and existential angst.
• Brazil - Absurdist depiction of a dystopian future and bureaucratic nightmares.
• The Double - Explores identity crisis and existential themes in a surreal setting.
• Eraserhead - Examines human anxiety and surrealism with a disturbing atmosphere.
• A Clockwork Orange - Contemplates free will and societal control in a dystopian society.
• Synecdoche, New York - Focuses on existential despair and the nature of reality and art.
• The Lobster - Darkly comedic take on love and societal norms in a bizarre world.
• Enemy - Explores themes of duality and identity in a surreal narrative.
• Anomalisa - An animated exploration of loneliness and existential crisis.
• The Sellout - A satirical look at race, identity, and social absurdity.
• Her - Explores loneliness and the nature of relationships in a near-future setting.
• The Master - Focus on complex relationships and existential themes.
• Possession - Takes a surreal and disturbing look at relationships and personal crisis.
• Birdman - Explores performance, identity, and reality in a unique narrative.
• The Matrix - Questions reality and identity within a constructed narrative.
• Black Swan - Examines duality and the psychological breakdown of the protagonist.
• Mulholland Drive - A surreal exploration of dreams, identity, and the nature of reality.
• Donnie Darko - Combines surreal elements with themes of time travel and existential questions.
• Fight Club - Explores identity, consumerism, and rebellion against societal norms.
• Jacob's Ladder - A surreal psychological horror film exploring trauma and reality.
• The Machinist - Themes of guilt and isolation in a dark, surreal narrative.
• Memento - Narrative structure and themes of memory and identity intertwine.
• Essex - Explores the disorientation of life within societal structures.
• The Killing of a Sacred Deer - Surreal narrative intertwining moral dilemmas and existential questions.
• Naked Lunch - Surreal adaptation that reflects Kafkaesque themes through its narrative.
• Coherence - A mind-bending exploration of identity and the nature of reality.
• Under the Skin - Surreal and unsettling exploration of identity and existence.
• A Serious Man - An exploration of life’s absurd uncertainties and personal trials.
• Come and See - Explores the existential horror of war through a surreal lens.
• The Fountain - Explores themes of love, death, and identity over time.
• The Game - Explores identity and reality through a psychological lens.
• The Invitation - A tense exploration of social anxiety and existential dread.
• Sybil - Explores fractured identity and the complexities of human psyche.
• A Ghost Story - A meditative look at existence, time, and memory.
• The Lighthouse - Explores madness and identity in a disturbing and surreal setting.
• Upgrade - Combines science fiction with themes of control and identity.
• The Babadook - Explores psychological trauma and existential dread in a unique way.
• Dogtooth - Explores themes of control and reality within a family dynamic.
• Mirror - A non-linear exploration of memory and identity.
• Shadow of the Vampire - Surreal exploration of art, identity, and the cost of creation.
• Waking Life - Philosophical exploration of dreams and existence.
• The Arcade - Uses surreal elements to question reality and identity.
• The Square - Satirical take on art and societal absurdity exploring moral questions.
• Tideland - Surreal storytelling and psychological themes dealt with childlike perspective.
• The Endless - Explores the nature of reality and existential dread in a unique story.

Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Manhatta List

• New York, New York - Explores the vibrant life in New York City through a rich narrative.
• The Great Gatsby - Delves into the life and culture of 1920s New York, highlighting its social dynamics.
• Her - Tackles themes of connection and isolation in a modern urban setting.
• In the Heights - Showcases the community and culture of a New York neighborhood.
• Midnight Cowboy - Explains the struggles of two individuals in the bustling and often harsh streets of New York.
• Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind - Explores relationships set against the backdrop of New York City.
• Lost in America - Focuses on the complexities of personal identity and urban life.
• Frances Ha - A love letter to the streets of New York and the struggles of finding oneself.
• Breakfast at Tiffany's - Captures the essence of New York's glamour and social scene.
• Birdman - Explores themes of ego and artistic expression in a New York City setting.
• Taxi Driver - Presents a gritty look at the alienation within New York City.
• The Secret Life of Walter Mitty - Showcases the contrast between ordinary life and extraordinary dreams, with New York as a backdrop.
• A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood - Explores relationships and personal growth in an urban environment.
• The Devil Wears Prada - Examines the fashion industry and life in contemporary New York.
• The Pursuit of Happyness - Shows the struggles of a father in the urban landscape of New York.
• Wonder Wheel - Explores interwoven lives against the backdrop of Coney Island and New York.
• Inside Llewyn Davis - Follows a struggling musician in the folk scene of 1960s Greenwich Village.
• Annie Hall - A romantic comedy set in New York that explores relationships and identity.
• 9/11: Inside the Pentagon - Reflects on significant historical events that took place in New York.
• The Apartment - Dives into the lives and relationships of people living in a large city.
• The Women - A look at female friendships and conflicts set in New York society.
• Gangs of New York - Explores the history and social dynamics of New York City.
• Rent - A musical drama about a group of friends living in New York, dealing with life's challenges.
• The Naked City - A film noir that showcases various aspects of New York City life.
• The Sellout - Focuses on the struggles of urban life and identity, with humor and poignancy.
• The Odd Life of Timothy Green - Explores themes of family and acceptance, set against an urban backdrop.
• Brooklyn - A touching story of an immigrant's journey and experiences in New York.
• The Secret of My Success - A comedic look at ambition and identity in the city.
• Brooklyn's Finest - Explores the lives of a diverse group of individuals in Brooklyn.
• Desperately Seeking Susan - A comedic tale that intertwines lives in the heart of New York.
• Cloverfield - A unique perspective on disaster within the New York setting.
• Julie & Julia - Explores personal journeys and aspirations in New York.
• The First Wives Club - A comedic take on life, relationships, and empowerment among women in New York.
• Ocean's 8 - A heist film that showcases contemporary New York with strong female leads.
• The French Connection - A thrilling police drama set in the hustle and bustle of New York.
• The Intern - A feel-good story about personal growth and connections set in New York.
• West Side Story - A classic musical that explores themes of love and conflict in New York.
• A Bronx Tale - Explores the coming-of-age story in a Bronx neighborhood.
• The Immigrant - A poignant story about hope and struggle in the early 20th-century New York.
• Sex and the City - Explores friendships and romantic escapades in New York City.
• Trainspotting - Explores the darker sides of urban life, although set in Edinburgh, it highlights similar themes of disconnection.
• Rent: Filmed Live on Broadway - A filmed version of a Broadway hit reflecting urban culture and community.