Movies like The Florida Project

Beasts of the Southern Wild is a fantastical journey through the eyes of a six-year-old girl living with her ailing father in a Louisiana bayou community. With its imaginative storytelling and exploration of life on the margins of society, it strikes a similar chord to The Florida Project.

Fish Tank is a British film that follows a rebellious teenage girl who lives with her single mother on an Essex housing estate. Although set in the UK, the themes of youth in turmoil and the gritty, realistic approach to its subject matter make it resonate with fans of The Florida Project’s exploration of childhood and motherhood.

Wendy and Lucy follows a woman and her dog as they find themselves stranded in a small town in Oregon. With its simple yet powerful examination of American poverty and the human spirit, the film will appeal to those moved by The Florida Project's compassionate portrayal of its characters.