Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Winter on Fire: Ukraine's Fight for Freedom List

• The Square - Documentary covering the Egyptian Revolution through the eyes of the activists.
• 13th - Explores the intersection of race, justice, and mass incarceration in the United States.
• Restrepo - A documentary that depicts the reality of soldiers in combat in Afghanistan.
• City of Ghosts - Follows citizen journalists as they document ISIS atrocities in Raqqa, Syria.
• For Sama - A personal account of life during the Syrian civil war filmed by a young mother.
• The Act of Killing - Examines the Indonesian mass killings of 1965-66 through the recreation of events by perpetrators.
• The Fog of War - Explores the complexities of war through interviews with former U.S. Secretary of Defense Robert S. McNamara.
• Human Flow - A documentary about the global refugee crisis directed by artist Ai Weiwei.
• They Shall Not Grow Old - A documentary that utilizes restored footage to portray World War I from the perspective of soldiers.
• The Hidden Life of Trees - Examines the complex communication and resilience of forest ecosystems, drawing parallels to social movements.
• The Death of Stalin - A satirical depiction of the power struggle following the death of Joseph Stalin.
• Bitter Harvest - A historical drama that focuses on the Holodomor, a man-made famine in Soviet Ukraine.
• The Baader Meinhof Complex - A film about the German urban guerilla movement and the political unrest of the 1970s.
• The Great Hack - Investigates the dark side of social media manipulation and its political implications.
• The Last Face - A drama that tackles issues of humanitarian aid amidst civil war in Africa.
• Hotel Rwanda - A drama that focuses on the Rwandan genocide and the struggle for survival during the crisis.
• Selma - A historical drama about the civil rights marches from Selma to Montgomery led by Martin Luther King Jr.
• Spotlight - Based on true events, this film details investigative journalism uncovering systemic abuse.
• Paddington 2 - Offers a light-hearted yet profound exploration of friendship and acceptance amidst societal challenges.
• The Killing Fields - Depicts the brutal Khmer Rouge regime and the fight for survival during the Cambodian genocide.
• The Messenger - Focuses on the emotional toll experienced by soldiers and the consequences of war.
• Veins of the World - Explores the intersection of indigenous rights and environmentalism in the context of globalization.
• Beasts of No Nation - A harrowing tale about child soldiers in Africa, revealing the brutality of war.
• The Insider - A whistleblower exposes corporate malfeasance, paralleling the fight for truth and justice.
• Atonement - Features the impact of war on personal relationships and societal divisions during World War II.
• A Very Long Engagement - A personal quest during World War I showcases love and perseverance through hardship.
• The Pianist - A harrowing narrative about survival and loss during the Holocaust.
• The Pursuit of Happyness - An inspiring story of perseverance in the face of adversity and systemic challenges.
• American History X - Explores themes of racism and redemption against the backdrop of social unrest.
• The Hunger Games - A dystopian narrative that highlights themes of resistance against oppression.
• Erin Brockovich - Based on the true story of a woman's fight against environmental injustice and corporate greed.
• The Kite Runner - Explores friendship, betrayal, and the impact of personal choices within a backdrop of political turmoil.
• Black Lives Matter - Documentary series that showcases the fight for racial equality and social justice.
• The Other Side of Immigration - Explores the causes and consequences of migration, paralleling struggles for rights and freedom.
• Before the Flood - Explores climate change and advocates for activism, similar to movements depicted in social justice films.
• The Social Dilemma - Examines the dangerous impact of social media on society and urges awareness and action.
• Our Planet - A documentary series that highlights global issues influencing humanity and nature, advocating for change.
• The Howards End - Challenges class and social structures, paralleling themes of oppression and freedom.
• The Help - Portrays the struggle for civil rights in the context of domestic work and racial inequality.
• The Chernobyl Disaster - Focuses on the impact of the Chernobyl disaster and the fight for recognition and support.
• Miss Sloane - Follows a lobbyist as she fights for gun control, navigating a tense political landscape.