If you enjoyed the quirky and deceptive charm of 'Colour Me Kubrick' (2005), you'll love these 10 similar movies and shows that explore themes of impersonation, eccentricity, and dark humor. This article is perfect for fans of offbeat cinema looking for their next binge-worthy watch.

The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999)
Description: A psychological thriller about a man who assumes another's identity, exploring themes of envy, deception, and the dark side of ambition.
Fact: The film is based on Patricia Highsmith's 1955 novel of the same name, which is part of a series featuring the character Tom Ripley.


Catch Me If You Can (2002)
Description: A thrilling tale of a young con artist who successfully impersonates various professionals, highlighting the ease with which identities can be fabricated and assumed.
Fact: The real-life Frank Abagnale Jr., on whom the film is based, served as a consultant during production.


I'm Not There (2007)
Description: This unconventional biopic uses multiple actors to portray different facets of a musician's life, playing with the concept of identity and persona.
Fact: The film features six different actors portraying various incarnations of the same character, none of whom are named directly as the real-life figure they represent.


The Hoax (2006)
Description: A dramatization of a real-life literary fraud, showcasing the lengths to which people will go to fabricate success and fame.
Fact: The film is based on Clifford Irving's autobiography about his attempt to forge an authorized autobiography of Howard Hughes.


The Counterfeiters (2007)
Description: A gripping drama about a group of Jewish prisoners forced to counterfeit currency for the Nazis, exploring moral dilemmas and survival through deception.
Fact: The film won the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film, and is based on the memoirs of Adolf Burger, a Holocaust survivor involved in Operation Bernhard.


The Wolf of Wall Street (2013)
Description: A high-energy portrayal of excess and fraud in the stock market, highlighting the charismatic yet deceitful nature of its protagonist.
Fact: The film is based on the memoir of Jordan Belfort, who served 22 months in prison for crimes related to stock market manipulation.


Big Eyes (2014)
Description: The story of an artist whose husband takes credit for her work, touching on themes of fraud, identity, and the exploitation of talent.
Fact: The film focuses on the real-life legal battle between Margaret Keane and her husband over the authorship of the popular 'Big Eyes' paintings.


The Informant! (2009)
Description: A dark comedy about a corporate whistleblower whose own deceptions and lies complicate his role as an informant, exploring the duality of truth and deception.
Fact: The film is based on the true story of Mark Whitacre, who became the highest-level corporate executive to ever become an FBI whistleblower.


American Hustle (2013)
Description: A story of con artists involved in a complex FBI sting operation, showcasing the blurred lines between criminals and law enforcement.
Fact: The film is loosely based on the FBI's ABSCAM operation in the late 1970s and early 1980s.


The Imposter (2012)
Description: This documentary explores the true story of a French con artist who successfully impersonates a missing Texas teenager, delving into themes of deception and identity.
Fact: The film blends documentary interviews with dramatic reenactments, creating a unique narrative style that blurs the line between reality and fiction.
