Call Me by Your Name (2017)

Romance Drama Directed by Luca Guadagnino
→ Influenced 4 films ← Inspired by 2 films

In 1980s Italy, a relationship begins between seventeen-year-old teenage Elio and the older adult man hired as his father's research assistant.

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Influenced By

  1. Lost in Translation (2003)
    "This film explores themes of fleeting connections and self-discovery, akin to the emotional depth found in "Lost in Translation."" 10 RomCom Movies Like Lost in Translation - Magical Assam Huston Ambrose Magical Assam
  2. Maurice (1987)
    "Adapted by James Ivory, who also wrote the screenplay for *Call Me by Your Name*, this film explores a young man's journey of self-discovery and forbidden love in early 20th-century England. Dazed draws connections between the two films." What to watch now you’re obsessed with Call Me By Your Name Dazed Dazed

Influenced

  1. Luca (2021)
    "This Pixar animated film shares notable similarities with *Call Me by Your Name*, including its setting in an idyllic Italian town and the deep bond formed between two young boys during a transformative summer. The Ringer explores these parallels in detail." Is ‘Luca’ Just the Pixar Version of ‘Call Me by Your Name’? An Investigation. The Ringer
  2. Saltburn (2023)
    "Described as "the lovechild of *Call Me by Your Name* and *Parasite*," this film intertwines themes of class, power, and desire, reminiscent of the emotional depth found in *Call Me by Your Name*." Saltburn %28film%29 Wikipedia
  3. Bones and All (2022)
    "Directed by Luca Guadagnino, who also helmed *Call Me by Your Name*, this film explores young love through a unique lens, featuring Timothée Chalamet in a leading role. CBR discusses the thematic connections between the two films." CBR source
  4. Portrait of a Lady on Fire (2019)
    "This French film delves into a forbidden romance between two women in the 18th century, echoing the themes of desire and self-discovery present in *Call Me by Your Name*. Looper highlights the similarities between the two films." 20 Movies Like Call Me By Your Name You Need To Watch Kira Deshler Looper

Call Me by Your Name (2017), directed by Luca Guadagnino, was inspired by 2 earlier films — including Lost in Translation and Maurice — and has been cited as an influence on 4 later works, such as Luca, Saltburn, and Bones and All. Check out the citations below.