Movies like Carrington

The Hours intricately interweaves the stories of three women, connecting them through Virginia Woolf's novel, 'Mrs. Dalloway'. Fans of Carrington's exploration of art and complex relationships will find the narrative depth and the focus on the creative process in The Hours to be similarly compelling.

This film, depicting the life of the Dutch painter Johannes Vermeer, parallels Carrington in its focus on art, period detail, and complex emotional undercurrents within relationships between artists and their muses.

Ed Harris's gripping portrayal of the revolutionary American painter Jackson Pollock offers another perspective on the challenges and triumphs of an artist's life. For those drawn to Carrington's artistic backdrop, Pollock provides a raw look at the American art scene and the complexities of an artist's existence.

Surviving Picasso tells the story of the famous painter Pablo Picasso and his relationship with Françoise Gilot. Similar to Carrington, this movie delves into the tumultuous interactions between art, artists, and their lovers, highlighting the sacrifices made for the sake of creativity.

Starring Isabelle Adjani, this film recounts the life of the talented sculptress Camille Claudel and her volatile relationship with Auguste Rodin. Like Carrington, it explores the life of an artist overshadowed by a more famous partner, and her struggle for recognition in her own right.

Frida is a vibrant portrayal of the professional and private life of the surrealist Mexican painter Frida Kahlo. Like Carrington, this film presents a raw and passionate look at an artist's life, love, and the interconnection between personal suffering and artistic expression.