Movies like Big Bad Love

Sideways, a film following two friends on a journey through wine country, subtly addresses the struggle with personal aspirations and life's setbacks. Its blend of humor and heartache should appeal to those who enjoyed the storytelling style of Big Bad Love.

The Wrestler presents a character study of a man facing the end of his career and attempting to make amends in his personal life, reminiscent of Big Bad Love's exploration of a person on the brink of professional and personal despair.

Exploring the darker side of human emotions and relationships much like Big Bad Love, Leaving Las Vegas tells the poignant story of a man drinking himself to death and forming an unlikely bond, drawing in viewers with its raw emotional depth.

While more of a crime thriller, Before the Devil Knows You're Dead delves into deep family drama and the dire consequences of actions, akin to the personal and emotional complexities examined in Big Bad Love.

Wonder Boys is a film about the chaotic life of a university professor and author struggling to finish his novel. Like Big Bad Love, it explores the complexities of writing, relationships, and life challenges, making it a compelling watch for fans of literary cinema.

Barfly takes viewers into the world of a poet and alcoholic, with its unfiltered look at the struggle between addiction and the pursuit of art, echoing themes present in Big Bad Love. This film's candid representation of a flawed protagonist will resonate with those who appreciate the realism in Big Bad Love.