Movies like Nil by Mouth

Precious tells the harrowing story of an abused teenage girl trying to navigate her difficult life in Harlem. The film’s raw portrayal of domestic life and the pursuit of a better future mirror the emotional intensity found in Nil by Mouth.

Requiem for a Dream plunges into the harrowing world of drug addiction and the devastating consequences that befall its characters. It offers the same unvarnished look at the extremes of human behavior that viewers experience in Nil by Mouth.

Moonlight presents the life of a young black man growing up in a rough neighborhood of Miami, exploring his struggle with identity and place in the world. The film's emotional depth and powerful storytelling will resonate with those who appreciate the compelling character study of Nil by Mouth.

American History X delves into the complexities of a former neo-Nazi's attempt to prevent his younger brother from going down the same wrong path. Its candid approach to discussing family, violence, and redemption echoes the intense familial drama seen in Nil by Mouth.

Shame tackles the weighty issues of addiction and self-destruction through the life of a man struggling with sex addiction in New York City. Its candid and discomforting narrative style draws parallels to the visceral storytelling in Nil by Mouth.

Fish Tank provides an unflinching look at the life of a rebellious teenager growing up in a troubled housing estate in Essex. Much like Nil by Mouth, this film paints a gritty and realistic portrait of working-class existence with an emphasis on character development and raw emotion.