- 1Sean Penn, Emile Hirsch, Josh Brolin
- Released: 2008
- Directed by: Gus Van Sant
In 1972, Harvey Milk (Sean Penn) and his then-lover Scott Smith leave New York for San Francisco, with Milk determined to accomplish something meaningful in his life. Settling in the Castro District, he opens a camera shop and helps transform the area into a mecca for gays and lesbians. In 1977 he becomes the nation's first openly gay man elected to a notable public office when he wins a seat on the Board of Supervisors. The following year, Dan White (Josh Brolin) kills Milk in cold blood.More Milk
- #224 of 675 onThe Best Movies Roger Ebert Gave Four Stars
- #17 of 48 on35+ Great Political Movies Based on True Stories
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- 2Salma Hayek, Alfred Molina, Geoffrey Rush
- Released: 2002
- Directed by: Julie Taymor
In the vibrant biographical drama Frida, Salma Hayek dons the mantle of Frida Kahlo, a groundbreaking Mexican artist known for her surreal self-portraits. Alfred Molina plays Diego Rivera, her larger-than-life husband and fellow artist. The movie chronicles their tumultuous relationship, as well as Frida's struggle with a crippling accident and her journey to becoming an internationally celebrated painter. Directed by Julie Taymor, this film won two Academy Awards in 2003 for Best Makeup and Best Original Score. It paints a vivid picture of passion, politics, and the power of art.More Frida- #62 of 152 onThe Best Movies of 2002
- #306 of 473 onThe 470+ Best Chick Flicks Ever
- #1 of 58 onThe Best Biopics About Women
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- 3Taron Egerton, Jamie Bell, Richard Madden
- Released: 2019
- Directed by: Dexter Fletcher
Young Reginald Dwight changes his name to Elton John and collaborates with singer-songwriter Bernie Taupin to become one of the most iconic figures in pop history. Set to his most beloved songs, it's the epic musical story of Elton John, his breakthrough years in the 1970s and his fantastical transformation from shy piano prodigy to international superstar.More Rocketman- Dig Deeper...All Of The Inaccuracies In 'Rocketman'
- #28 of 101 onThe Best Period Movies Set in the '80s
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- 4Benedict Cumberbatch, Keira Knightley, Matthew Goode
- Released: 2014
- Directed by: Morten Tyldum
In the heart of World War II, mathematics genius Alan Turing (Benedict Cumberbatch) finds himself at the helm of a covert team of code-breakers. Their mission? To crack Germany's Enigma Code, a feat deemed impossible by many. Keira Knightley stars as Joan Clarke, Turing's confidante and fellow code-breaker. The Imitation Game is a gripping biographical drama that delves into the complexities of war, secrecy, and identity. This acclaimed film garnered eight Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture, and won for Best Adapted Screenplay. A tale of intellect against odds, it's an exploration of a hidden chapter in history.More The Imitation Game- #99 of 263 onThe Best War Movies Of All Time
- #7 of 22 onThe Least Accurate Movies About Historical Figures
- #21 of 266 onRandom Things That Triggered Our Interest In History
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- 5Rami Malek, Lucy Boynton, Gwilym Lee
- Released: 2018
- Directed by: Bryan Singer
Bohemian Rhapsody is a biographical drama that captures the meteoric rise of British rock band Queen. The film spotlights Freddie Mercury (Rami Malek), the iconic frontman whose unique talent and charisma propelled the group to international stardom. John Deacon (Joseph Mazzello), Brian May (Gwilym Lee), and Roger Taylor (Ben Hardy) round out the ensemble as bandmates grappling with fame, artistic differences, and personal struggles. Hailed for its electrifying live performances, the movie climaxes with Queen's historic Live Aid concert in 1985. Malek received an Academy Award for his portrayal of Mercury, cementing Bohemian Rhapsody as a standout in musical cinema.More Bohemian Rhapsody- Dig Deeper...Behind The Scenes Of The Movie 'Bohemian Rhapsody'
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- #10 of 101 onThe Best Period Movies Set in the '80s
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- 6Charlize Theron, Christina Ricci, Bruce Dern
- Released: 2003
- Directed by: Patty Jenkins
In the chilling drama Monster, we plunge into the turbulent life of Aileen Wuornos (Charlize Theron), a Florida prostitute who spirals into serial murder. The film, directed by Patty Jenkins, is grounded in reality, based on a true crime story that shocked America. Theron's transformative performance, which garnered her an Academy Award, explores the depths of Wuornos's despair and desperation. Christina Ricci stars as Selby Wall, Wuornos's lover, whose relationship with Wuornos adds a poignant layer to this grim tale. Monster is a disturbing exploration of the human capacity for violence and the circumstances that can drive it.More Monster- #1 of 36 onThe Best Movies Based on Real Murders
- #17 of 57 onThe Best Horror Movies Based On True Stories, Ranked
- #138 of 675 onThe Best Movies Roger Ebert Gave Four Stars
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- 7Philip Seymour Hoffman, Catherine Keener, Clifton Collins
- Released: 2005
- Directed by: Bennett Miller
Reading of the murder of a Kansas family, New York City novelist Truman Capote (Philip Seymour Hoffman) decides to cover the story himself, and travels to the small town with his childhood friend, aspiring novelist Harper Lee (Catherine Keener). When Perry Smith (Clifton Collins Jr.) and Dick Hickock (Mark Pellegrino) are arrested and charged, Capote forms an emotional bond with Smith during his jailhouse interviews despite the young criminal's apparent guilt.More Capote- #9 of 36 onThe Best Movies Based on Real Murders
- #236 of 375 onThe Best Movies Based On Books
- #163 of 675 onThe Best Movies Roger Ebert Gave Four Stars
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- 8Gemma Arterton, Elizabeth Debicki, Rupert Penry-Jones
- Released: 2019
- Directed by: Chanya Button
Vita and Virginia is a 2018 British biographical romance drama film directed by Chanya Button. Poet and novelist Vita (Gemma Arterton) and literary icon Virginia (Elizabeth Debicki) embark on an unconventional affiar in 1920s London. - 9Hilary Swank, Chloë Sevigny, Peter Sarsgaard
- Released: 1999
- Directed by: Kimberly Peirce
In Boys Don't Cry, we follow the gripping journey of Teena Brandon (Hilary Swank), a young woman navigating life in rural Nebraska. Transgender before the term was mainstream, she transforms herself into Brandon Teena, charming and loved by many. Yet, her secret lies like a ticking time bomb, threatening to upend her newfound life. Peter Sarsgaard plays John Lotter, whose turbulent friendship with Brandon forms the crux of the narrative. Directed by Kimberly Peirce, this film won Swank an Oscar for Best Actress. It's a poignant exploration of identity, love, and the human spirit.More Boys Don't Cry- #117 of 251 onThe 200+ Best Psychological Thrillers Of All Time
- #12 of 125 onThe 100+ Grossest Movies Ever
- #14 of 132 onThe Most Utterly Depressing Movies Ever Made
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- 10Ian McKellen, Brendan Fraser, Lynn Redgrave
- Released: 1998
- Directed by: Bill Condon
Once a powerful Hollywood director best known for "Frankenstein" and "The Bride of Frankenstein," James Whale (Ian McKellen) is long since retired and in increasingly poor health. His stalwart housekeeper, Hanna (Lynn Redgrave), quietly disapproves of Whale's faceless, nameless parade of young gay lovers, but when the director takes an interest in new gardener Clayton Boone, a former Marine and Korean War veteran, it seems to be for something more than his usual casual conquest.More Gods and Monsters- #61 of 98 onThe Best Movies Of 1998, Ranked
- #14 of 14 onUnderrated Brendan Fraser Movies, Ranked
- #14 of 15 on15 Modern Movies That Pay Tribute To Old Hollywood
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- 11Queen Latifah, Michael Kenneth Williams, Khandi Alexander
- Released: 2015
- Directed by: Dee Rees
Blues singer Bessie Smith (Queen Latifah) rises to fame in the 1920s to become a musical legend.More Bessie- #44 of 90 onThe Greatest African American Biopics Of All Time, Ranked
- #225 of 242 onThe 200+ Best Movies Based On A True Story
- #425 of 472 onThe Best Black Movies Ever Made, Ranked
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- 13Angelina Jolie, Elizabeth Mitchell, Kylie Travis
- Released: 1998
- Directed by: Michael Cristofer
Gia Carangi (Angelina Jolie) travels to New York City with dreams of becoming a fashion model. Within minutes of arriving, she meets Wilhelmina Cooper (Faye Dunaway), a wise and high-powered agent who takes Gia under her wing. With Cooper's help and her own natural instincts, Gia quickly shoots to the top of the modeling world. When Cooper dies of lung cancer, however, Gia turns to drugs -- and both she and her career begin to spiral out of control.More Gia- #30 of 101 onThe Best Period Movies Set in the '80s
- #48 of 97 onThe 90+ Best Drug Movies of All Time
- #10 of 32 onGreat Mainstream Movies About Lesbians
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- 14Meryl Streep, Julianne Moore, Nicole Kidman
- Released: 2002
- Directed by: Stephen Daldry
In The Hours, three women from different eras grapple with the complexities of life, linked by the novel Mrs. Dalloway. In 1923, Virginia Woolf (Nicole Kidman) battles mental illness while writing her novel. In 1951, Laura Brown (Julianne Moore), a pregnant housewife, finds solace in Woolf's work. In 2001, Clarissa Vaughan (Meryl Streep), a modern version of Woolf's protagonist, prepares a party for her AIDS-stricken friend. This drama, rich in depth and introspection, won an Academy Award for Best Actress (Kidman). Each timeline unfolds simultaneously, creating a poignant tapestry of human struggle and connection.More The Hours- #87 of 132 onThe Most Utterly Depressing Movies Ever Made
- #63 of 152 onThe Best Movies of 2002
- #301 of 375 onThe Best Movies Based On Books
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- 15Matt Smith, Imogen Poots, Toby Jones
- Released: 2011
- Directed by: Geoffrey Sax
Christopher and His Kind is a 2011 BBC television film. It tells the story of Christopher Isherwood's life in Berlin in the early 1930s. The film, adapted by Kevin Elyot from Isherwood's autobiography Christopher and His Kind, was produced by Mammoth Screen and directed by Geoffrey Sax. Isherwood is played by Matt Smith, whilst the cast also includes Toby Jones, Douglas Booth, Imogen Poots and Iddo Goldberg.Available On:
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Worried About the Boy
Richard Madden, Douglas Booth, Mark Gatiss- Released: 2010
- Directed by: Julian Jarrold
Worried About the Boy is a 2010 television drama film centred on the life of Boy George. It starred Douglas Booth as Boy George and Mathew Horne as lover Jon Moss. It was shown on BBC2 in 2010 as part of 80s season. It is directed by Julian Jarrold and written by Tony Basgallop. - 17Daniel Radcliffe, David Cross, Dane DeHaan
- Released: 2013
- Directed by: John Krokidas
In 1944, young Allen Ginsberg (Daniel Radcliffe) has a rival for the affections of his charismatic classmate Lucien Carr (Dane DeHaan). When the rival is found dead, Carr, William Burroughs and Jack Kerouac are arrested for murder.More Kill Your DarlingsAvailable On:
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- 18Stephen Fry, Jude Law, Vanessa Redgrave
- Released: 1997
- Directed by: Brian Gilbert
Oscar Wilde (Stephen Fry) is a married writer who has occasionally indulged his weakness for male suitors. After much toil, Wilde debuts a stage comedy in London, and a chat at the theater with Lord Alfred "Bosie" Douglas (Jude Law) leads to a full-on romance. Wilde ends up in a legal dispute with Lord Alfred's father, the Marquess of Queensberry (Tom Wilkinson) and, given the anti-gay local laws, is sent to jail. Wilde's vast intellect helps him survive until he regains his freedom.Available On:
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The Danish Girl
Eddie Redmayne, Alicia Vikander, Ben Whishaw- Released: 2015
- Directed by: Tom Hooper
With support from his loving wife Gerda (Alicia Vikander), artist Einar Wegener (Eddie Redmayne) prepares to undergo one of the first sex-change operations.Available On:
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Lizzie
Chloë Sevigny, Kristen Stewart, Jamey Sheridan- Released: 2018
- Directed by: Craig William Macneill
In 1892 Lizzie Borden lives a quiet life in Massachusetts under the strict rules established by her father. Lizzie finds a kindred spirit in the live-in maid, Bridget, and friendship soon blossoms into a secret romance. But tension mounts in the Borden household, leading to a violent breaking point.Available On:
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- 22Liam Neeson, Laura Linney, Chris O'Donnell
- Released: 2004
- Directed by: Bill Condon
Biology professor Alfred Kinsey (Liam Neeson) has a perfectly respectable life teaching and doing research at Indiana University along with a happy home life with his wife (Laura Linney). When he realizes that his students, many of them married and with children, still come to him with personal questions about human sexuality, he fights to begin teaching sex education courses and conducts extensive interviews about the sexual history of volunteers despite high-profile opposition.More Kinsey- #551 of 675 onThe Best Movies Roger Ebert Gave Four Stars
- #18 of 23 onThe Best Movies About Real Scientists
- #54 of 158 onThe 100+ Best Movies With Gay Themes
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- 23Judi Dench, Jim Broadbent, Kate Winslet
- Released: 2001
- Directed by: Richard Eyre
Two of the most acclaimed actresses of our time, Judi Dench and Kate Winslet, bring to the screen one of the most extraordinary women of her generation, celebrated author, Iris Murdoch. From her days as a brilliant scholar at Oxford, where she thrilled the world around her with her libertine spirit, through her career as a philosopher and novelist, Iris was truly ahead of her time.More Iris- #30 of 58 onThe Best Biopics About Women
- #20 of 30 onGreat Movies About Old Ladies
- #25 of 37 onThe Best Movies About Old People
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- 24James Franco, David Strathairn, Jon Hamm
- Released: 2010
- Directed by: Rob Epstein, Jeffrey Friedman
Poet and cultural icon Allen Ginsberg (James Franco) is living in San Francisco in the mid '50s with friends and fellow writers Jack Kerouac (Todd Rotondi) and Neal Cassady (Jon Prescott) when he conceives "Howl," a poem that is credited with popularizing the Beat movement. When bookstore owner Lawrence Ferlinghetti (Andrew Rogers) publishes the poem, he is put on trial for obscenity. The film includes animated portions depicting interpretations of the poem itself.More Howl- #58 of 74 onThe Greatest Movies About Writers, Ranked
- #74 of 99 onThe Best Drama Movies That Start With The Letter H, Ranked
- #76 of 80 onThe 75+ Best Movies About Writing, Ranked
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- 25Toby Jones, Sandra Bullock, Daniel Craig
- Released: 2006
- Directed by: Douglas McGrath
In Kansas, with childhood friend Harper Lee (Sandra Bullock), author Truman Capote (Toby Jones) developed an intense and complex relationship with convicted killer Perry Smith (Daniel Craig) while researching what would become one of his greatest works, "In Cold Blood."Available On:
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