Blonde, director Andrew Dominik’s long-awaited Marilyn Monroe biopic,’ was released on Netflix on Wednesday, following a rousing premiere at the Venice Film Festival. The film, which stars Ana de Armas as the cultural icon, has received praise for its depiction of Monroe’s troubled life. The film is also rated NC-17, which is unusual for films in general and a first for a streaming release.

Based on the novel of the same name, the film is a fictionalised account of Monroe’s life and career, during which she rose to prominence as Hollywood’s blonde bombshell. The actress’ life and legacy are legendary, from her humble beginnings to her rise to fame and her tragic, untimely death.

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Here’s a list of biopics like Blonde: 

1) Ed Wood (1994)

Edward Wood had a reputation for experimenting with imaginative concepts that didn’t seem to have the potential to persuade critics accustomed to high-caliber filmmaking. Instead, he ended up in situations where the production of content compelled people to invent the slogan “so awful that it is good” as a result of his unusual approach to the trade. His unusual work and personality developed a following, which inspired Tim Burton to create this real Johnny Depp-led biopic. ‘Ed Wood’, in contrast to the majority of his past works, is rooted in the uninteresting facade of reality and, surprise, Depp’s performance in low-gravy theatrics.

2) Listen to me Marlon (2015)

Marlon Brando is regarded by his contemporaries as a legendary figure from mythical folklore. Off-screen, his distinct aura and charm perplexed almost everyone he worked with . Listen to Me Marlon, is an account of Brando’s own words about random stuff out there that exists as matter. The documentary is based entirely on Bardno’s tape recordings in various public and private forums.

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3) Jackie (2016)

Natalie Portman gives an award-winning performance as John F. Kennedy’s grieving widow in Jackie. In the movie, there is little investigation into the event itself, only the aftermath. Those are some of the most difficult times for a bereaved loved one. Death affects everyone the same way, regardless of class, faith, or social status.

Although ‘Blonde’ does not deal with death, the harrowing way it unfolds is reminiscent of ‘Jackie.’ When it comes to storytelling and visual aesthetics, these two films have a similar tone, as do the similarly haunting, beautiful central performances by two actresses at the pinnacle of their careers.

4) Spencer (2021)

Kristen Stewart transformed into Princess Diana so convincingly that distinguishing the two would have been difficult. Even Diana herself would have appreciated seeing her perform. ‘Spencer’ is unlike any other film about the beloved royal iconoclast. It is not fond of commonplace ideas about filmmaking, particularly the use of time and space. While watching the film, you will feel as if you are in a time loop, where the idea of proceeding with these metrics is an illusion. Spencer induces a trance that feels like a nightmarish daydream that you desperately want to end. This is the first film by Pablo Larrain to appear on this list.

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5) Elvis (2022)

One of the best movies of the year is Baz Luhrmann’s electrifying ode to Elvis Presley. Austin Butler brings to life his allure as well as his desire to resurrect the music industry. Lurhmann does not depict the ebb and flow of a cultural icon’s existence through Presely’s persona. Presley does not appear to be breaking new ground in the music business. Instead, he makes advantage of the occasion to ponder and investigate the notion of pursuing the American ideal while dodging glam-filled excesses. ‘Elvis’ is not a conventional biopic like ‘Blonde,’ yet in a similar way, it challenges convention to create a captivating work about how consumption and capitalism affect human nature.