Five Outstanding Animated Fantasy Films That Deserve Your Attention

Time and again, several animated films have authenticated this medium to be extraordinarily uncanny and brilliant, which is why the beloved fantasy genre often lends itself to animated medium, enabling the creation of mystical films.

There are a plethora of fantasy movies that largely depend on the animated medium for adding splendor and sterling reputations. With so many outstanding animated films out there, it may seem like a daunting task to determine where to begin from. Fortunately, we are here to help you decide which films deserve your immediate attention. Keep reading to explore.

Coraline

Coraline by Neil Gaiman is a legendary contribution to this genre. This animated classic partly feels like Narnia and partly like Alice in Wonderland, with a hint of nightmare fuel. At times, the plot and execution of the film surpass most horror films for adults.

The story follows young Coraline, who accidentally finds a secret door at her new house, which leads her to a parallel universe that seems too good to be true. In terms of the horror elements, the film with its ghosts, creepy dolls, and scary spiders, wins the horror trifecta.

Sinbad: Legend of the Seven Seas

The story follows Sinbad, a pirate who is on a quest to retrieve from the goddess Eris, the lost Book of Peace to rescue a friend from his childhood. Sinbad is voiced by Brad Pitt, and Lady Marina, his love interest is voiced by Catherine Zeta-Jones, and the evil Eris is voiced by Michell Pfeiffer. This Dreamworks Production was the last that used traditional animation.

How to Train Your Dragon

Who doesn’t love dragons and Vikings? You cannot possibly ask for anything more in a fantasy movie. This Dreamworks production from 2010 introduced the world to Toothless and Hiccup. This film was such a hit that it successfully pulled off one of the most pleasing trilogies in the world of animation. The Dragon movies are funny, tragic, and sweet.

The Nightmare Before Christmas

This sinister Christmas tale by Tim Burton is a cult favorite, and Disney fans love to watch Jack Skellington spreading holiday cheer every year. This fantasy marvel has been amassing new fans each year. The secret to this film’s sweet success is its simplicity and style. While the plot might not be good enough to bag many Academy Awards, the style of art is unquestionably Burton.

Spirited Away

If you are new to the films by Hayao Miyazaki, you should begin with this one. The film follows Chihiro, and it depicts her journey of self-discovery in a spirit world. Spirited away truly altered the audience’s mainstream idea about animated feature films. It is dark yet beautiful, delightful and mature - all these aspects are skillfully wrapped in a comforting and cozy Studio Ghibli package.

Try out these films with your children, and we are sure you will not be disappointed.