Als je onder de indruk was van 'Beautiful Boy' (2018), een aangrijpend verhaal over verslaving en familiebanden, dan vind je vast ook andere films en series met een vergelijkbare emotionele diepgang interessant. In dit artikel ontdek je 10 titels die net zo meeslepend en hartverscheurend zijn.

Christiane F. (1981)
Beschreibung: A harrowing biographical drama about a young girl's descent into heroin addiction in 1970s Berlin, based on real-life events.
Fakt: The film's soundtrack features music by David Bowie, who also makes a cameo appearance.


Sid and Nancy (1986)
Beschreibung: A tragic love story between Sex Pistols bassist Sid Vicious and his girlfriend Nancy Spungen, showcasing their destructive relationship fueled by drugs and fame.
Fakt: The film's climactic hotel room scene was shot in the same room where Nancy Spungen was found dead in real life.


Drugstore Cowboy (1989)
Beschreibung: A gritty and realistic depiction of a group of drug addicts who rob pharmacies to support their habits, highlighting the cyclical nature of addiction.
Fakt: The film was praised for its authentic portrayal of drug culture and was based on the autobiographical novel by James Fogle.


Rush (1991)
Beschreibung: A gritty crime drama that follows two undercover cops who become addicted to the drugs they are supposed to be investigating, blurring the lines between duty and addiction.
Fakt: The film was inspired by real-life events and was praised for its realistic portrayal of undercover police work.


Trainspotting (1996)
Beschreibung: A raw and unflinching portrayal of heroin addiction and its impact on a group of friends in Edinburgh, blending dark humor with tragic consequences.
Fakt: The film's iconic opening monologue, 'Choose Life,' was ranked as one of the greatest movie speeches by the American Film Institute.


Gridlock'd (1997)
Beschreibung: A darkly comedic yet poignant story about two friends struggling to overcome heroin addiction while navigating a broken healthcare system.
Fakt: The film marked the directorial debut of Vondie Curtis-Hall, who also wrote the screenplay.


Requiem for a Dream (2000)
Beschreibung: The film explores the devastating effects of addiction on individuals and their relationships, using intense visual and auditory techniques to convey the emotional and physical toll of substance abuse.
Fakt: The film's score, composed by Clint Mansell, is considered one of the most iconic in cinema history and has been widely used in trailers and other media.


Thirteen (2003)
Beschreibung: A stark and emotional portrayal of a teenage girl's rapid descent into drug use, self-harm, and rebellion, capturing the vulnerability and chaos of adolescence.
Fakt: The screenplay was co-written by a 13-year-old Nikki Reed, who also starred in the film.


Candy (2006)
Beschreibung: A poignant love story intertwined with the struggles of heroin addiction, depicting the highs and lows of a couple's relationship as they battle their dependencies.
Fakt: The film is based on the novel of the same name by Luke Davies, who also wrote the screenplay.


The Spectacular Now (2013)
Beschreibung: A coming-of-age story that subtly addresses alcoholism and its impact on a high school senior's relationships and future.
Fakt: The film won the Special Jury Prize for Acting at the Sundance Film Festival for its lead actors.
