Movies like Portrait of a Lady on Fire

Set against an idyllic Italian landscape, Call Me by Your Name captures a summer romance with a poignant intensity that echoes the themes of longing and desire found in Portrait of a Lady on Fire. Its rich storytelling and exploration of young love and self-discovery mirror the deep emotional undercurrents of Céline Sciamma’s masterpiece.

Like Portrait of a Lady on Fire, Atonement is set against a sweeping historical backdrop and deals with themes of love, passion, and the consequences of societal pressures. The movie's strong storytelling and striking visuals provide a compelling experience similar to that of Sciamma's film.

Carol is a tale of forbidden love set in the 1950s, where two women - a young photographer and an older woman going through a divorce - develop a complex relationship. Its deliberate pacing, sumptuous cinematography, and the exploration of societal constraints will resonate with fans of Portrait of a Lady on Fire.

While a different genre from Portrait of a Lady on Fire, Brooklyn shares its careful character development and focus on personal growth. As a young Irish immigrant navigates life in 1950s Brooklyn, viewers are treated to a beautifully crafted story of love and self-discovery.