Movies like LUV

Fresh centers on a 12-year-old boy who devises a plan to escape the violent drug culture that surrounds him. Its focus on a child protagonist navigating a complex and dangerous world makes it resonate with the themes of growth and survival seen in LUV.

Boyz n the Hood is a defining film that examines the lives of three young males living in the Crenshaw ghetto of Los Angeles, dissecting questions of race, relationships, violence, and future prospects. It shares thematic similarities with LUV, particularly its exploration of masculinity and societal influences.

Menace II Society is a hard-hitting film that follows a young teen coming of age in Watts, Los Angeles, showcasing the cyclical nature of violence and poverty. The stark portrayal of urban life and its challenges in this film will appeal to those drawn to LUV's authenticity and grit.

Fruitvale Station poignantly chronicles the final day in the life of Oscar Grant, a young man who confronts his past and his relationships on the streets of Oakland. Like LUV, it's a gritty, realistic portrayal of urban life and the challenges within, and is bound to resonate with those who appreciate the honest emotional undertones of LUV.