Movies like Gia

Girl, Interrupted, which also stars Angelina Jolie, follows a young woman's stay in a mental institution. The film's reflection on mental health and troubled lives makes it a good fit for those who appreciated the depth of Gia.

Monster portrays the true story of serial killer Aileen Wuornos, a sex worker who turned to murder. The gritty realism and the intense lead performance by Charlize Theron might captivate audiences who were enthralled by Angelina Jolie's powerhouse role in Gia.

Boogie Nights dives into the golden era of the porn industry, focusing on a prodigious actor's rise and fall. Fans of Gia will appreciate the similarly deep dive into a world of fame, excess, and the challenges that come with it.

The film follows the life of Jim Morrison, lead singer of The Doors, depicting his rise to fame and subsequent battles with substance abuse. Like Gia, it's a biopic that doesn't shy away from the darker aspects of fame.

The life of the infamous publisher of Hustler magazine is documented in this film, which also juggles themes of the public's perception of the adult industry and the personal struggles of the protagonists, much like in Gia.

This biographical drama tells the story of the meteoric rise and fall of artist Jean-Michel Basquiat. Similar to Gia, it demonstrates the triumphs and tribulations of a talented individual dealing with fame and addiction.

This film depicts the life of Edie Sedgwick, her rise to fame as a muse for Andy Warhol, and her subsequent downfall. Its exploration of fame's destructive power echoes themes that resonated with viewers of Gia.