Movies like Little Ashes

The Hours weaves together the lives of three women, including the novelist Virginia Woolf, in a tale that spans different timelines. Much like Little Ashes, which explores the complexities of artists and their internal struggles, The Hours provides a deep dive into the characters' pain, creativity, and the impact they have on each other's lives.

Set against a Parisian backdrop, Midnight in Paris offers a nostalgic look into the city's artistic past, not unlike Little Ashes' exploration of Spain’s vibrant historical art scene. Fans of Little Ashes will appreciate the film's romanticism and its focus on the life-changing experiences of an aspiring writer who mingles with iconic figures of the 1920s.

This film, centered on the story behind one of Johannes Vermeer's most famous paintings, captures the intersection of art, inspiration, and forbidden affection, much as Little Ashes portrays the relationships and inspirations of Dali, Lorca, and Buñuel.

Carrington presents the life of painter Dora Carrington and her intense but platonic relationship with writer Lytton Strachey in the early 20th century. Similar to Little Ashes, it delves into the powerful and often complicating bonds between artists and their circles.

Another artist's biopic, Surviving Picasso focuses on the life of famed painter Pablo Picasso and his love affairs. Like Little Ashes, this movie takes the viewer on a journey through the tumultuous and complex world inhabited by a legendary figure in art history.

Detailing the relationship between British painter Francis Bacon and his muse George Dyer, Love Is the Devil explores themes of love, torment, and the drive for artistic creation, echoing the emotional intensity and complex human connections in Little Ashes.

Frida showcases the passionate life of the surrealist Mexican painter Frida Kahlo. Fans of Little Ashes will find a kindred spirit in this biopic due to its emphasis on artistic expression, personal adversity, and the exploration of the artist's sexuality.