Movies like Moonlight

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Like Moonlight, Boyhood is a coming-of-age drama, but it takes a unique approach by filming over the course of 12 years to authentically capture the growth of its character. The real-time passing echoes Moonlight’s exploration of formative years.

Precious dives deep into the life of an African-American teenager facing numerous personal adversities. Its raw, emotional resonance and focus on personal struggle align with the thematic depth found in Moonlight.

From the director of Moonlight, Barry Jenkins, If Beale Street Could Talk captures the tenderness and heartbreak of African-American love in the face of systemic injustice. Fans of Moonlight will be drawn to this film's emotional narrative and beautifully poetic presentation.

Highlighting racial tension and the real-life tragedy of Oscar Grant, Fruitvale Station sheds light on the African-American experience with grace and powerful storytelling that viewers who appreciate Moonlight's realism and social commentary will find compelling.

Pariah explores the complexities of identity and sexuality in the African-American community, akin to Moonlight's own careful and nuanced representation of similar themes. It’s a courageous story about a young woman embracing her true self.