Als je genoten hebt van de romantische en cultureel rijke film 'Carmen & Lola' uit 2018, dan ben je hier aan het juiste adres. In dit artikel ontdek je 10 vergelijkbare films en series die dezelfde thema's van liefde, identiteit en maatschappelijke uitdagingen verkennen. Perfect voor wie meer verhalen wil met een vergelijkbare emotionele diepgang.

Pariah (2011)
Beschreibung: A coming-of-age story about a young Black lesbian navigating her identity and family dynamics with authenticity and emotional depth.
Fakt: The film was expanded from a short film of the same name, which also received critical acclaim.


Blue Is the Warmest Color (2013)
Beschreibung: Explores a passionate and tumultuous lesbian relationship with raw emotional intensity and a focus on personal identity.
Fakt: Won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival, marking the first time the award was given to both the director and the lead actresses.


Carol (2015)
Beschreibung: A tender and beautifully shot romance between two women in the 1950s, dealing with themes of love, desire, and societal expectations.
Fakt: Based on the novel 'The Price of Salt' by Patricia Highsmith, who wrote it under a pseudonym due to its controversial subject matter at the time.


The Handmaiden (2016)
Beschreibung: A lush and intricate tale of love and deception between two women in a historical setting, filled with twists and erotic tension.
Fakt: The film is inspired by the novel 'Fingersmith' by Sarah Waters, but transposes the story from Victorian England to 1930s Korea.


Moonlight (2016)
Beschreibung: A poignant exploration of identity, masculinity, and love, following a young Black man's journey to self-acceptance.
Fakt: The film is divided into three acts, each depicting a different stage of the protagonist's life, and won the Academy Award for Best Picture.


The Favourite (2018)
Beschreibung: A darkly comedic and visually striking period piece about power, manipulation, and complex relationships between women.
Fakt: The film features an unconventional score that includes modern electronic music, contrasting with its 18th-century setting.


Princess Cyd (2017)
Beschreibung: A gentle and heartfelt story about a teenage girl exploring her sexuality and forming a deep bond with her aunt.
Fakt: The film is known for its naturalistic performances and its focus on the quiet, everyday moments of life.


Thelma (2017)
Beschreibung: A psychological thriller with supernatural elements that explores a young woman's awakening to her desires and powers.
Fakt: The film blends genres, combining elements of horror, romance, and coming-of-age drama.


Ammonite (2020)
Beschreibung: A slow-burning romance between two women in the 19th century, characterized by its restrained emotion and historical authenticity.
Fakt: The film is loosely inspired by the life of paleontologist Mary Anning, though the romantic relationship is fictionalized.


Portrait of a Lady on Fire (2019)
Beschreibung: A visually stunning and emotionally charged love story between two women, set against a backdrop of societal constraints.
Fakt: The film features no male characters and was shot entirely on natural light to enhance its intimate atmosphere.
