Both movies have deep meaning,focus on psychology of the MC n plot line where ML was a murderer once, trying to adjust to the society ,is same.Many similarities along with same actor .
A businessman kills his adulterous wife and is sent to prison. After the release, he opens a barbershop and meets new people, talking almost to no one except an eel he befriended while in prison.
Both movies are about failed couple relationships and second chances in love.
Both movies are about ex-cons that try to start a new life.
Both movies are about handling jealousy and outburst of rage.