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Fantasy movies

Step into realms of magic, mythical creatures, and supernatural events where the impossible becomes reality.

Subgenres include: Epic Fantasy, Dark Fantasy, Low Fantasy.

Nightbooks

441. Nightbooks

Fantasy Family Horror Dark Fantasy Supernatural Horror
5.8

20211h 41min

Canada, United States

Director: David Yarovesky

Alex, a boy obsessed with scary stories, is trapped by a witch in her modern, magical New York City apartment. His original hair-raising tales are the only thing keeping him safe as he desperately tries to find a way out of this twisted place.

Themes

"movie: nightbooks. genres: fantasy, Family, Horror, Fantasy, Family, Horror main themes: witch, Cat, Held captive, Witch, Cat, Held captive full keywords list: witch, Cat, Held captive, Child protagonist, Scary stories. concept analysis: the film explores the themes of self-acceptance and the power of storytelling as a means of overcoming fear and adversity. it highlights how embracing one's uniqueness can lead to genuine connections and personal growth."

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The Innocents

442. The Innocents

Horror Drama Fantasy Supernatural Horror Coming-of-Age Drama
7.0

20211h 57min

Denmark, Finland

Director: Eskil Vogt

Four children become friends during the summer holidays, and out of sight of the adults they discover they have hidden powers. While exploring their newfound abilities in the nearby forests and playgrounds, their innocent play takes a dark turn and strange things begin to happen.

Themes

Mind control and manipulation, Abuse of hidden powers, Group dynamics under telepathy, Nonverbal autism and communication, Parental absence and control, Fear of child murder

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Afterlife of the Party

443. Afterlife of the Party

Fantasy Comedy Drama Supernatural Fantasy Parody
5.8

20211h 49min

United States

Director: Stephen Herek

A social butterfly who dies during her birthday week is given a second chance to right her wrongs on Earth.

Themes

"movie: afterlife of the party. genres: fantasy, Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Comedy, Drama main themes: back from the dead, Back from the dead full keywords list: back from the dead. concept analysis: the film explores themes of redemption and the importance of personal connections, Emphasizing how unresolved relationships can haunt us even after death. it highlights the transformative power of love and forgiveness in overcoming life's challenges."

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Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings

444. Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings

Action Adventure Fantasy Martial Arts Action
7.3

20212h 12min

United States

Director: Destin Daniel Cretton

Shang-Chi must confront the past he thought he left behind when he is drawn into the web of the mysterious Ten Rings organization.

Themes

Mentorship and training, Belonging under pressure, Intergenerational duty, Hidden histories resurfacing, Legacy vs autonomy, Family conflict and trust

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The Earthrealm heroes must journey to the Outworld and fight for the survival of their homeland, invaded by the forces of evil warlord Shao Kahn, in the tournament to end all tournaments: the final Mortal Kombat.

Themes

Leadership under pressure, Loyalty under siege, Invasion and resistance, Cybernetic augmentation, Power through relics, Factional betrayal

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The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf

446. The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf

Animation Action Fantasy Adult Animation Dark Fantasy
7.2

20211h 23min

Poland, South Korea

Director: Han Kwang Il

Escaping from poverty to become a witcher, Vesemir slays monsters for coin and glory, but when a new menace rises, he must face the demons of his past.

Themes

Loyalty under pressure, Power and responsibility, Trust and suspicion, Fear as social control, Illusion as weapon, Corruption in leadership

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Cryptozoo

447. Cryptozoo

Animation Fantasy Drama
6.4

20211h 35min

United States

Director: Dash Shaw

Cryptozookeepers try to capture a Baku, a dream-eating hybrid creature of legend, and start wondering if they should display these beasts or keep them hidden and unknown.


The Loud House Movie

448. The Loud House Movie

Animation Family Comedy Adventure Fantasy
6.0

20211h 23min

United States

Director: Dave Needham

The Loud family travel to Scotland and discover they are descendants of Scottish royalty as they move into their giant ancestral castle.


Lamb

449. Lamb

Drama Fantasy Horror Tragic Drama Dark Fantasy
6.3

20211h 46min

Iceland, Poland

Director: Valdimar Jóhannsson

An Icelandic couple live with their herd of sheep on a beautiful but remote farm. When they discover a mysterious newborn on their land, they decide to keep it and raise it as their own. This unexpected development and the prospects of a new family brings them much joy before ultimately destroying them.

Themes

Deception and coercion, Grief and parenthood, Attachment under threat, Isolation on a remote farm, Uncanny kinship boundaries, Trust and power dynamics

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The Green Knight

450. The Green Knight

Adventure Drama Fantasy Adventure Epic Epic Fantasy
6.6

20212h 10min

Canada, Ireland

Director: David Lowery

An epic fantasy adventure based on the timeless Arthurian legend, The Green Knight tells the story of Sir Gawain, King Arthur's reckless and headstrong nephew, who embarks on a daring quest to confront the eponymous Green Knight, a gigantic emerald-skinned stranger and tester of men.

Themes

Leadership under scrutiny, Quest as test, Honor under pressure, Ritual obligation and consequence, Temptation and fidelity, Mythic fate vs agency

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