Movies like It Was Just A Children's Game: In Conversation with Nicoletta Elmi (2025)
The best movies like It Was Just A Children's Game: In Conversation with Nicoletta Elmi (2025) are Aquaman: Heroines of Atlantis (2019), The Crystal Calls - Making The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance (2019) and Bright Lights: Starring Carrie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds (2016). If It Was Just A Children's Game: In Conversation with Nicoletta Elmi hooked you with its documentary, these 30 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.
It Was Just A Children's Game: In Conversation with Nicoletta Elmi
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- Highest ratedMy Name Is Francesco Totti (2020)7.4/10 from 216 votes
- NewestCome See Me in the Good Light (2025)Released 2025
- In ItalianMassimo Troisi: Somebody Down There Likes Me (2023)Also in Italian
Aquaman: Heroines of Atlantis (2019)
Amber Heard and Nicole Kidman discuss their characters Mera and Atlanna.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Crystal Calls - Making The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance (2019)
Go behind the scenes with stars, puppeteers and creators as they bring Jim Henson's magical world of Thra back to life in a sweeping fantasy series.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisBright Lights: Starring Carrie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds (2016)
An intimate portrait of Hollywood royalty featuring Debbie Reynolds, Todd Fisher, and Carrie Fisher.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisMassimo Troisi: Somebody Down There Likes Me (2023)
The life of a dying young man at the short age of only forty-one after playing the lead in Il postino. He was a brilliant stage actor before becoming an astonishing film director.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisMaking The Witcher (2020)
Journey into the extraordinary world of "The Witcher" — from casting the roles to Jaskier's catchy song — in this behind-the-scenes look at the series.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisSly (2023)
His love of film began as an escape from a rocky childhood. From underdog to Hollywood legend, Sylvester Stallone tells his story in this documentary.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisAnna Nicole Smith: You Don't Know Me (2023)
From the heights of her modeling fame to her tragic death, this documentary reveals Anna Nicole Smith through the eyes of the people closest to her.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisSeduced and Abandoned (2013)
SEDUCED AND ABANDONED combines acting legend Alec Baldwin with director James Toback as they lead us on a troublesome and often hilarious journey of raising financing for their next feature film. Moving from director to financier to star actor, the two players provide us with a unique look behind the curtain at the world's biggest and most glamourous film festival, shining a light on the bitter-sweet relationship filmmakers have with Cannes and the film business. Featuring insights from directors Martin Scorsese, 'Bernando Bertolucci' and Roman Polanski; actors Ryan Gosling and Jessica Chastain and a host of film distribution luminaries.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisAmerican Symphony (2023)
Musician Jon Batiste attempts to compose a symphony as his wife, writer Suleika Jaouad, undergoes cancer treatment.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisGuillermo del Toro's Pinocchio: Handcarved Cinema (2022)
With mesmerizing footage and time lapses of animators at work, this behind-the-scenes special captures the artistry of a unique tale years in the making.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisMarvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Hawkeye (2022)
Join the likes of Jeremy Renner, Hailee Steinfeld, Florence Pugh, and Vincent D’Onofrio as they reveal how Marvel Studios’ “Hawkeye” was conceived and created. Witness firsthand what it took to pull off the show’s pulse-pounding action set pieces, and discover how iconic characters from the pages of Marvel Comics such as Kate Bishop were adapted and brought to life for the six-episode series.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisMy Name Is Francesco Totti (2020)
Francesco Totti retraces his entire life while watching it on the silver screen together with the audience. Images and emotions flow among key moments of his career, scenes from his personal life and memories he has never shared before.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisSidney (2022)
This revealing documentary honors the legendary Sidney Poitier—iconic actor, filmmaker, and civil rights activist. Featuring interviews with Denzel Washington, Spike Lee, Halle Berry, and more.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisCome See Me in the Good Light (2025)
In an intimate and joyful story of love in the face of loss, celebrated poets Andrea Gibson and Megan Falley find strength—and unexpected hilarity—in what might be their final year together.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisAvatar: The Deep Dive - A Special Edition of 20/20 (2022)
An inside look at one of the most anticipated movie sequels ever with James Cameron and cast.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisI Know That Voice (2014)
Filmmaker Lawrence Shapiro discusses voice-over acting with the talented people behind the characters.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisObi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi's Return (2022)
This special explores the return of Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker to the screen, as well as Ewan McGregor and Hayden Christensen to their classic roles. Director Deborah Chow leads the cast and crew as they create new heroes and villains that live alongside new incarnations of beloved Star Wars characters, and an epic story that dramatically bridges the saga films.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Irishman: In Conversation (2019)
Martin Scorsese, Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci, and Al Pacino in conversation about The Irishman.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Worth the HypeMovies like thisHeart of a Dog (2015)
Musician and performance artist Laurie Anderson reflects on the deaths of her husband Lou Reed, her mother and her beloved dog.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisJohn Candy: I Like Me (2025)
Those who knew iconic funnyman John Candy best share his story, in their own words, through never-before-seen archival footage, imagery, and interviews.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both documentary
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisThose Days with Lucio (2016)
An interview with actress Florinda Bolkan about her performances in the films "Don't Torture a Duckling" and "Lizard in a Woman's Skin".
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
The Man on the Bridge (2025)
A feature about philosophy, perception and imprisonment in Aldo Lado's Giallo "Short Night of Glass Dolls".
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
Giallo a la Campagna (2017)
A video discussion about Lucio Fulci's classic Giallo "Don't Torture a Duckling".
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
Hell is Already in Us (2017)
A video essay about 1972 Giallo "Don't Torture a Duckling", focusing on accusations of misogyny against director Lucio Fulci.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
The Power of Perception (2017)
In this visual essay, author Alexandra Heller-Nicholas reflects on the recurring theme or perception in Dario Argento's filmography.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
Black Gloves and Screaming Mimis (2017)
An interview with film critic Kat Ellinger who discusses the themes of Dario Argento's giallo "The Bird with the Crystal Plumage" and its relations to Fredric Brown's novel "The Screaming Mimi."
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
Profondo Giallo (2015)
An analysis of the critical themes in Dario Argento's 70s Giallo "Deep Red".
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
Child's Play (2025)
An interview with Italian actress Silvia Collatina about her career as a child actor.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
Ladies of Italian Horror (2012)
An interview portrait of the three Italian actresses Stefania Casini, Silvia Collatina & Barbara Magnolfi.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
Hellfant Prodige (2025)
An interview with Italian actress Silvia Collatina about her role in Lucio Fulci's "Murderock".
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both documentary
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What are the best movies like It Was Just A Children's Game: In Conversation with Nicoletta Elmi?
The closest matches to It Was Just A Children's Game: In Conversation with Nicoletta Elmi are Aquaman: Heroines of Atlantis (2019), The Crystal Calls - Making The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance (2019) and Bright Lights: Starring Carrie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds (2016). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.
What should I watch after It Was Just A Children's Game: In Conversation with Nicoletta Elmi?
Start with Aquaman: Heroines of Atlantis (2019), the closest match to It Was Just A Children's Game: In Conversation with Nicoletta Elmi.
What is the highest-rated movie like It Was Just A Children's Game: In Conversation with Nicoletta Elmi?
My Name Is Francesco Totti (2020), rated 7.4/10 by 216 TMDB users.
What is the newest movie like It Was Just A Children's Game: In Conversation with Nicoletta Elmi?
Come See Me in the Good Light (2025) is the most recent release on this list.
Are there Italian movies like It Was Just A Children's Game: In Conversation with Nicoletta Elmi?
Yes: Massimo Troisi: Somebody Down There Likes Me (2023), My Name Is Francesco Totti (2020) and Those Days with Lucio (2016).
How are movies similar to It Was Just A Children's Game: In Conversation with Nicoletta Elmi chosen?
First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside It Was Just A Children's Game: In Conversation with Nicoletta Elmi, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.