Films and TV shows that feel like It Ain't Me by Kygo (feat. Selena Gomez)
Bittersweet resignation—an ache of a breakup tempered by a hopeful, almost liberating sense of moving on.
- The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (2013): A quiet, yearning protagonist trades day‑dreams for a bold, sun‑lit journey—mirroring the song’s mix of melancholy and hopeful escape.
- Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004): Explores love, loss, and the desire to move on while clinging to bittersweet memory, echoing the track’s emotional tug.
- Lost in Translation (2003): A lonely, wistful vibe set against neon‑lit Tokyo nights captures the song’s feeling of yearning for connection while feeling adrift.
- Before Sunrise (1995): Two strangers share a night of honest conversation and fleeting romance, the perfect blend of nostalgia and the promise of moving forward.
- Normal People (2020): The series’ intimate, summer‑laden moments of love, heartbreak, and growth reflect the track’s tender yet forward‑looking tone.
- Easy (2016): Set in Chicago’s mellow, breezy evenings, the show’s focus on modern relationships and personal independence aligns with the song’s vibe.
- Call Me by Your Name (2017): Sun‑drenched Italian scenery and a tender, fleeting romance create a nostalgic, bittersweet atmosphere akin to the song’s tone.