In many ways, the fantasy genre could be considered one of the purest expressions of the cinematic art form, as one of the purposes of movies is to transport the viewer to fascinating places populated with colorful characters. No other film genre – besides, of course, science fiction, which often shares a common thread with fantasy – can provide exciting and transportive experiences quite like the fantasy genre.
The 21 Most Influential Fantasy Movies of All Time
These magical movies have had a lasting influence on the fantasy genre and beyond.