Movies like Heat and Dust

Out of Africa is a sweeping romantic drama set against the breathtaking landscapes of early 20th-century Kenya. It's the story of a baroness who falls for a hunter, complementing Heat and Dust's themes of love and colonial tension.

Like Heat and Dust, The English Patient is a tale of love that transcends time, set against the backdrop of war. This Oscar-winning film intertwines the past and present, exploring the enduring impact of one's history on personal relationships.

For those who appreciate the nuanced storytelling of Heat and Dust, The Remains of the Day provides another compelling narrative set against a historical backdrop. This film elegantly portrays the life of an English butler amidst the changing political landscape of pre-WWII Europe.

A masterpiece that revolves around the British Raj in India, A Passage to India invites viewers into an era of cultural intersections and conflicts. Like Heat and Dust, it explores the consequences of colonialism and the complex interactions between British and Indian characters.

Gosford Park, directed by Robert Altman, is a murder mystery that takes place in a 1930s English country house. While it's more of an ensemble piece, it shares the vintage setting and the interplay of characters from different social strata with Heat and Dust.

Brideshead Revisited explores the themes of aristocracy, love, and religion in early 20th century England. Much like Heat and Dust, it is a story that spans several decades, evoking a sense of nostalgia and the passage of time.

This film, set in the 1920s, tells the story of a love affair that unfolds in a cholera-stricken village in China. The Painted Veil deals with issues of love, betrayal, and redemption, resonating well with fans of the romantic and historical elements in Heat and Dust.