Fantasy films feature magic, supernatural events, mythology, and exotic worlds. Genre overlaps with science fiction and horror but is considered speculative fiction. Fantasy films often include magic, myth, wonder, escapism, and extraordinary elements
Kristen Stewart stars as Bella Swan, Robert Pattinson as Edward Cullen, Taylor Lautner as Jacob Black
Based on Maurice Maeterlinck's 1908 play, directed by George Cukor. Filmed in Moscow and Leningrad from January to August 1975. Elizabeth Taylor spent $8,000 on additional costumes. Production faced technical difficulties with communication between crews
Peter Jackson directed three fantasy films released 2001-2003. Based on J.R.R. Tolkien's novel about Fellowship's quest to destroy One Ring. Series features large cast including Elijah Wood, Ian McKellen, and Viggo Mortensen
Ten-year-old Chihiro enters a Japanese bathhouse after her parents transform into pigs. She works for witch Yubaba, who takes her name and transforms her into Sen. Film was produced by Studio Ghibli with a budget of $19 million. Disney acquired North American distribution rights through John Lasseter
Film receives 5/5 stars from critics on Rotten Tomatoes. Praised for being visually breathtaking and emotionally powerful. Many reviewers describe it as one of the greatest cinematic experiences