Movies like Total Eclipse

Although lighter in tone, Shakespeare in Love imaginatively depicts the life of young William Shakespeare as he finds forbidden love and inspiration, paralleling the romance and creative muses in Total Eclipse.

Set in 1930s Paris, Henry & June explores the erotic triangle between Anais Nin, Henry Miller, and his wife, June, echoing the themes of artistic bohemia and sexual rebellion found in Total Eclipse.

Chronicling the life of Cuban poet and novelist Reinaldo Arenas, Before Night Falls showcases a poignant look at the struggles of a writer and his sexual identity, which themes resonate with Total Eclipse's exploration of Paul Verlaine and Arthur Rimbaud's complex relationship.

Diving into the lives of painter Dora Carrington and author Lytton Strachey, Carrington presents a unique and emotionally charged portrayal of artistic and sexual freedom during the early 20th century, much like the themes present in Total Eclipse.