Other movies like this?

White Oleander is the closest I can think of to this.


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In the Best Interest of the Children - based on a true story that led to changes in family law.
The Illustrated Mum - A mentally ill mother unable and unwilling to take care of her daughters, seen through the eyes of the youngest, who is basically deserted by her older sister.
Fanny and Alexander - a ghost story of sorts, but don't let the supernatural elements put you off, at heart it's about a young boy who's lost his father. By far the best film I can think of for this list.

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