Movies like The Day of the Locust

David Lynch's mysterious and enigmatic tale of an aspiring actress in Los Angeles parallels The Day of the Locust in its exploration of the dark, dream-shattering side of Hollywood.

Set in 1950s Los Angeles, L.A. Confidential uncovers the seedy underbelly of Hollywood glamour and police corruption, echoing the darker aspects of the pursuit of stardom and illusion seen in The Day of the Locust.

Barton Fink provides a surreal and satirical portrayal of a 1940s playwright turned screenwriter in Hollywood. Much like The Day of the Locust, it delves deep into the unglamorous underbelly of the entertainment industry.

As a satirical film about Hollywood’s film industry, The Player scrutinizes the duplicitous and often cruel nature of the business, resonating with themes depicted in The Day of the Locust.

Hollywoodland explores the true story surrounding the mysterious death of Superman actor George Reeves. The film gives insight into the darker side of fame, akin to the themes presented in The Day of the Locust.