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10 Best Movies Like Rita the Mosquito

If you loved Rita the Mosquito, we've curated the perfect watchlist for you based on shared genres, themes, and directorial style.

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#1
Hounddog

Hounddog

2008★ 6.4

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Rita the Mosquito for fans of Music. It captures a similar emotionally gripping atmosphere.

A drama set in the American South, where a precocious, troubled girl finds a safe haven in the music and movement of Elvis Presley....

#2
Grace of My Heart

Grace of My Heart

1996★ 6.1

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Rita the Mosquito for fans of Music. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

Philadelphia teenager Edna Buxton wins a talent contest during the early rock 'n' roll era, changes her name to Denise Waverly and moves to New York City to make it big. Though she...

#3
Taylor Swift: Reputation Stadium Tour

Taylor Swift: Reputation Stadium Tour

2018★ 8.2

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Rita the Mosquito for fans of Music. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

Taylor Swift takes the stage in Dallas for the Reputation Stadium Tour and celebrates a monumental night of music, memories and visual magic....

#4
Cadillac Records

Cadillac Records

2008★ 7.1

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Rita the Mosquito for fans of Music. It captures a similar emotionally gripping atmosphere.

The story of sex, violence, race and rock and roll in 1950s Chicago, and the exciting but turbulent lives of some of America's musical legends, including Muddy Waters, Leonard Ches...

#5
Take the Lead

Take the Lead

2006★ 6.9

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Rita the Mosquito for fans of Music. It captures a similar emotionally gripping atmosphere.

A former professional dancer volunteers to teach dance in the New York public school system and, while his background first clashes with his students' tastes, together they create ...

#6
The Decline of Western Civilization Part III

The Decline of Western Civilization Part III

1998★ 6.9

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Rita the Mosquito for fans of Music. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

A musical study of Los Angeles in the late 90s, where homeless teens roam the streets and profess to live a punk lifestyle of music, drugs, and flouting authority....

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