THEME EXPLORATION

magic realism

12 films · 3 directors
FILMS THAT EXPLORE THIS
Macario
Macario
1960 · Roberto Gavaldon
Miracle in Milan
Miracle in Milan
1951 · Vittorio De Sica
Like Water for Chocolate
Like Water for Chocolate
1992 · Alfonso Arau
Frozen
Frozen
2013 · Chris Buck & Jennifer Lee
The Holiday
The Holiday
2006 · Nancy Meyers
Aladdin
Aladdin
1992 · Ron Clements and John Musker
Zweigroschenzauber
Zweigroschenzauber
1929 · Hans Richter
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
2001 · Chris Columbus
Atlantics
Atlantics
2019 · Mati Diop
Volver
Volver
2006 · Pedro Almodóvar
The Entertainer
The Entertainer
1960 · Tony Richardson
Mobile Men
Mobile Men
2008 · Apichatpong Weerasethakul
DIRECTORS WHO EXPLORE THIS
Jennifer Lee USA

Crafts visually stunning narratives exploring female protagonists discovering inner strength and identity.

 Kevin Lima USA

Blends animated wonder with live-action charm, creating family-friendly magical escapism.

 Nathan Greno USA

Creates visually stunning animated narratives centered on personal transformation and liberation through adventure.