What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedHumans of New York : Stories
Brandon Stanton · Book · 2015
If you loved Humans of New York : Stories, start with Tuesdays with Stories! (Tuesdays with Stories!) — a podcast on the same thread. Below: 4 films, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to Humans of New York : Stories across media.
What hooked you in Humans of New York : Stories was the way individual, unscripted urban encounters reveal the profound complexity of human existence.
Films on the same thread
Paris Is Burning
Jennie Livingston · Film · 1991
Explores: Found family, Intersectionality, Performative identity.
Like Humans of New York : Stories, this documentary prioritizes authentic voices from the city margins, offering an intimate look at the resilience and identity of a vibrant subculture.
Manhattan
Woody Allen · Film · 1979
Explores: Infidelity, Age Gap Romance, Existential Crisis.
You will appreciate how this film captures the specific atmosphere of New York City, mirroring the urban exploration found in the pages of Humans of New York : Stories.
The Meyerowitz Stories (New and Selected)
Noah Baumbach · Film · 2017
Explores: dysfunctional family, sibling rivalry, art world satire.
This film provides a character-driven look at complex family dynamics in New York, capturing the same spirit of personal narrative that defines Humans of New York : Stories.
Synecdoche, New York
Charlie Kaufman · Film · 2008
Explores: Mortality, Existential Angst, The Absurdity of Life.
If you valued the existential depth in Humans of New York : Stories, this film’s ambitious attempt to map the human experience through a New York lens will resonate.
Series on the same thread
How I Met Your Mother
Carter Bays · Series · 2005
Shares a thread with Humans of New York : Stories: Urban Life.
The focus on personal history and the collective experience of living in New York City bridges the gap between this sitcom and Humans of New York : Stories.
Friends
Marta Kauffman · Series · 1994
Explores: Friendship, Relationships, Coming of Age.
Much like Humans of New York : Stories, this series centers on the interconnected lives of residents, illustrating how shared human experience makes city life feel like home.
Sex and the City
Darren Star · Series · 1998
Explores: Female Friendship, Dating in the City, Single Life.
The show captures the personal trials and triumphs of New Yorkers in a way that echoes the empathetic, individual-focused storytelling style of Humans of New York : Stories.
How To with John Wilson
John Wilson · Series · 2020
Shares a thread with Humans of New York : Stories: Everyday life.
This series acts as a cinematic companion to Humans of New York : Stories, using candid observation to uncover the hidden, often poignant lives of everyday city residents.
Podcasts on the same thread
Tuesdays with Stories!
Tuesdays with Stories! · Podcast
Explores: anecdotes, stand-up comedy, observational humor.
These conversational anecdotes mirror the raw, unpolished storytelling found in Humans of New York : Stories, proving that the best narratives often come from the people next door.
LADbible Stories
Podcast
Shares a thread with Humans of New York : Stories: Resilience.
By highlighting unique individuals and their personal struggles, this podcast mirrors the core intent of Humans of New York : Stories to find profound meaning in real life.
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Common questions
Is Humans of New York : Stories based on a specific timeframe?
Yes, Humans of New York : Stories represents the culmination of five years of innovative street photography and interviewing conducted by Brandon Stanton on the streets of New York City.
What kind of visual content is included in Humans of New York : Stories?
The book Humans of New York : Stories features over 500 vibrant, full-color photographs. These images accompany the stories and interviews collected from the diverse individuals Brandon Stanton encountered while working on the project.
How were the portraits in Humans of New York : Stories collected?
For Humans of New York : Stories, photographer Brandon Stanton approached people on the streets of New York City to photograph them. He then conducted interviews with these individuals to gather the personal narratives presented in the book.
Does Humans of New York : Stories contain interviews?
Yes, Humans of New York : Stories is a collection of portraits and interviews. Brandon Stanton interviewed more than 500 people during his five-year project to capture the lives of New Yorkers for this book.