Movies like Cold Souls

Charlie Kaufman's directorial debut features a theater director who builds a life-size replica of New York City inside a warehouse as part of an elaborate stage play. Its existential themes and exploration of identity make it a compelling companion to Cold Souls.

A film that delves into the intricacies of the human mind and emotions, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind tells the story of a couple who undergo a procedure to erase memories of their relationship. Fans of Cold Souls' exploration of the soul will likely appreciate this movie's thoughtful and inventive look at memory and love.

Although more grounded in reality, Lost in Translation offers a poignant examination of isolation and connection, themes that resonate with the contemplative mood of Cold Souls. Its subtle humor and character-driven narrative could be of interest to the same audience.

This surreal comedy-drama's narrative shares a similar quirky and metaphysical essence with Cold Souls. It explores themes of identity and consciousness when a puppeteer discovers a portal that leads into the mind of actor John Malkovich, launching viewers into a bizarre journey.

This comedy-drama features Harold Crick, an IRS auditor who begins to hear his life being narrated as it happens, discovering he might be a character in a novel. Its blending of reality with literary elements will appeal to those who enjoyed the metaphysical quirks of Cold Souls.

With its whimsical and surreal approach to storytelling, The Science of Sleep examines the confusion between dreams and reality as experienced by its protagonist. Fans of Cold Souls' ethereal narrative will likely find the dream-like quality of this film similarly enchanting.