Movies like Beat

Based on William S. Burroughs' novel, Naked Lunch is an avant-garde take on a writer's life that blurs the line between reality and fiction, something that fans of Beat's artistic representation of William S. Burrough's life can appreciate.

Barfly draws from the life of poet and writer Charles Bukowski, portraying the seedy underbelly of an artist's existence in a manner that audiences fond of the grittiness and raw authenticity in Beat will enjoy.

Though not about the Beat Generation, The Motorcycle Diaries is about a formative road trip that helped shape the revolutionary ideas of Che Guevara. Its themes of discovery and non-conformity echo the sentiments of Beat.

Before Night Falls recounts the true story of Cuban poet and novelist Reinaldo Arenas, spotlighting his struggles with his sexuality and political repression. It offers an emotional depth and a look at the author's perseverance that might strike a chord with viewers who appreciate the biographical aspects of Beat.