Movies like Passion in the Desert

The story of a mountaineer who becomes trapped under a boulder and must take desperate measures to survive, 127 Hours shares intense survival themes and the protagonist's psychological journey with Passion in the Desert.

Set against the backdrop of World War II, this romantic-drama explores themes of love, betrayal, and the ravages of war, while also providing an evocative look at desert landscapes that viewers of Passion in the Desert may find visually captivating.

Rescue Dawn features a pilot's survival after being shot down during the Vietnam War. While set in a jungle rather than a desert, it shares themes of survival and the relationship between captor and captive that can resonate with viewers who appreciate Passion in the Desert.

Survivors of a plane crash work to rebuild the aircraft in the Mongolian desert. Like Passion in the Desert, Flight of the Phoenix delves into themes of ingenuity and determination in the face of overwhelming natural adversity.