Welcome to wonderful worlds: the best fantasy films
SSPDaily presents a list of the best fantasy movies from 2011 to 2016, where magic and wonder collide. Embark on a cinematic adventure to look into a world full of magic, courage and the triumph of the human spirit.
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2
IMDB rating: 8.1/10
Genre: Fantasy, adventure, drama
Country of production: USA, Great Britain
Running time: 130 minutes
Year of production: 2011
Chief producer: David Heyman
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 is a thrilling finale to the beloved Potter series. The magical world of Hogwarts faces the greatest threat of all time as the Dark Lord has unleashed his forces for one last battle against Harry Potter and his followers. In this epic denouement, the protagonist must accept his fate and recognize the power of love, friendship and loyalty.
The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey
IMDB rating: 7.8/10
Genre: Fantasy, adventure
Country of production: USA, New Zealand
Duration: 169 minutes
Year of production: 2012
Chief producer: Peter Jackson
The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey is an exciting prequel to the cult trilogy The Lord of the Rings. Bilbo Baggins, a quiet and humble hobbit, embarks on an unexpected adventure, joining a group of dwarves led by the legendary warrior Thorin Oakenshield. Together, they try to recapture the Lonely Mountain and its treasures from the fearsome dragon Smaug. Along the way, they encounter breathtaking landscapes, fearsome enemies, and discover their own courage and strength.
Life of Pi
IMDB rating: 7.9/10
Genre: Adventure, drama, fantasy
Country of production: USA, Taiwan, UK, Canada
Running time: 127 minutes
Year of production: 2012
Lead producer: Ang Lee
Life of Pi is a stunning and thought-provoking story of survival and self-discovery. After a shipwreck, young Pi finds himself stranded on a lifeboat in the Pacific Ocean with a hyena, a zebra, an orangutan and a Bengal tiger named Richard Parker. During his journey, Pi explores the depths of faith, resilience, and his own strength, forging an unexpected friendship with a majestic animal.
Maleficent
IMDB rating: 7/10
Genre: Fantasy, adventure, family
Country of production: USA, UK
Year of production: 2014
Lead producer: Joe Roth
It is a fresh and exciting take on the classic fairy tale Sleeping Beauty. The film reveals the story of the iconic villain Maleficent, showing her transformation from a fairy to a protector of the enchanted Moors. Combining elements of darkness, love and redemption.
The Jungle Book
IMDB rating: 7.4/10
Genre: Fantasy, adventure, family
Country of production: USA, UK
Duration: 106 minutes
Year of production: 2016
Lead producer: Jon Favreau
The Jungle Book brings Rudyard Kipling's immortal fairy tale to life in a breathtaking, mesmerizing adaptation. Mowgli, a boy raised by wolves in the dense jungle of India, embarks on a dangerous adventure to find his place in the world and confront the tiger Shere Khan.