Movies like Welcome to Sarajevo

This haunting movie about the Cambodian genocide under the Khmer Rouge regime shares the gritty, journalistic perspective on conflict seen in Welcome to Sarajevo. If the depiction of war's impact on civilians and the dedication of journalists in Welcome to Sarajevo moved you, The Killing Fields is a must-watch.

With a focus on the Rwanda genocide, Hotel Rwanda tells the true story of a hotel manager who housed over a thousand Tutsi refugees. Its themes of bravery, moral choices, and the fight for survival echo the humanitarian aspects of Welcome to Sarajevo, making it a compelling watch for fans of intense, real-world dramas.

Directed by Oliver Stone, Salvador is a raw and intense look at the Salvadoran Civil War through the eyes of a journalist. Much like Welcome to Sarajevo, it offers a powerful and personal story set against the backdrop of political turmoil, appealing to those who want their war dramas with a side of historical insight.

Chronicling the true story of journalist Daniel Pearl's abduction and the frantic search for him by his wife, A Mighty Heart shares with Welcome to Sarajevo a profound respect for the perils faced by journalists in conflict zones. The intense and emotionally charged narrative will resonate with those drawn to gripping, fact-based storytelling.

Directed by Angelina Jolie, this film confronts the Bosnian War's harsh realities through the lens of a love story between a Bosniak woman and a Serbian man. Like Welcome to Sarajevo, it tackles the complexities of love and war, making for a deeply affecting cinematic experience.

This Oscar-winning film set during the Bosnian War, just like Welcome to Sarajevo, provides a poignant and darkly comic take on the absurdity and tragedy of war. Viewers who appreciated the honest portrayals of conflict in Welcome to Sarajevo will find No Man's Land's narrative equally engaging and thought-provoking.