Movies like Dirty Pretty Things

Set in the slums of Rio de Janeiro, City of God follows the lives of several characters over a span of decades, painting a harrowing picture of crime and violence. While not an American film, its critical acclaim and thematic resonance with Dirty Pretty Things justify its inclusion.

Ben Affleck's directorial debut, Gone Baby Gone, is a crime thriller that delves into the dark corners of Boston's underworld. Similar to Dirty Pretty Things, it offers up a morally complex tale, where characters are drawn into a dangerous world while trying to do the right thing.

Michael Clayton features a corporate 'fixer' who faces moral dilemmas while uncovering a deadly conspiracy, diving deep into themes of ethics and corruption. Much like Dirty Pretty Things, the film focuses on the shadowy spaces of power and those who navigate them.

Steven Soderbergh's Traffic offers a complex, multi-narrative take on the drug trade and the far-reaching impact of its corrosive effects on society. Like Dirty Pretty Things, it's a smart, gritty thriller that explores the intersection of crime, morality, and human struggle.

The Constant Gardener, directed by Fernando Meirelles, is a thriller that uncovers a web of deceit and corruption within a pharmaceutical company in Kenya. Fans of Dirty Pretty Things will enjoy another suspenseful journey that thrives on its social and political commentary.

Directed by David Cronenberg, Eastern Promises takes viewers into the heart of London's Russian mafia with a story involving crime and hidden identities. Fans of Dirty Pretty Things will appreciate the gritty portrayal of urban life and the seedy underbelly that operates within it.