Killer of Sheep
Directed by Charles Burnett
Produced by Milestone Films
A meditative, formally inventive portrait of quotidian despair and emotional numbness in working-class Los Angeles, built on observation rather than plot.
An African-American man working at a slaughterhouse in the Watts area of Los Angeles leads a dissatisfied and listless existence.
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Like Killer of Sheep
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Killer of Sheep
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Killer of Sheep, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Killer of Sheep, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Killer of Sheep, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
