Adventure Films with Magical Portals

Description: Dorothy Gale is whisked away from Kansas to the magical land of Oz via a tornado, where she embarks on a journey to meet the Wizard who can help her return home.

Fact: The film was one of the first to use Technicolor, which was a significant technological advancement at the time. Judy Garland's dress was actually pink, but it appeared blue on screen due to the film's color process.

Description: Jen, a Gelfling, must find a shard of the Dark Crystal to restore balance to his world, entering through various magical portals to achieve his goal.

Fact: The film was entirely performed by puppets, with no CGI used. Jim Henson and Frank Oz, known for "The Muppets," were behind this ambitious project.

Description: A young boy named Bastian discovers a magical book that transports him into the fantasy world of Fantasia, where he becomes part of a quest to save the land from destruction.

Fact: The film's iconic theme song was performed by Limahl, lead singer of the band Kajagoogoo. The movie was a box office success despite mixed reviews from critics.

Description: Sarah must navigate through a fantastical labyrinth to rescue her baby brother from the Goblin King, who has taken him through a magical portal.

Fact: David Bowie wrote and performed five songs for the film's soundtrack. The film's sets were so large that they were built on a soundstage in England.

Description: Harry Potter learns he's a wizard and enters Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry through a magical platform at King's Cross Station, leading to a world of magic and adventure.

Fact: The film was shot at several locations in England, including Alnwick Castle, which served as Hogwarts. The young actors had to attend "Potter School" to learn how to act like wizards.

Description: Coraline finds a hidden door in her new home that leads to an alternate version of her life, where her "Other Mother" tries to keep her forever.

Fact: The film was stop-motion animated, with each frame painstakingly crafted. It took over three years to complete the animation.

Description: This film follows four siblings who discover a magical wardrobe that leads them into the enchanting world of Narnia, where they must help a lion named Aslan defeat the White Witch.

Fact: The film was shot in New Zealand, the same location used for "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy. The wardrobe was inspired by C.S. Lewis's own wardrobe from his childhood home.

Description: In post-Civil War Spain, a young girl named Ofelia escapes into a magical labyrinth where she encounters fantastical creatures and must complete three tasks to become a princess.

Fact: The film blends dark fantasy with historical drama, creating a unique atmosphere. The creature designs were inspired by the works of Goya and Bosch.

Description: Alice returns to the whimsical world of Wonderland through a magical rabbit hole, where she must help the White Queen defeat the Red Queen.

Fact: Tim Burton's version of Alice in Wonderland was shot in 3D, making it one of the first major films to use this technology. The film's visual effects were groundbreaking for its time.

Description: A group of teenagers are sucked into a magical video game, where they must navigate through a jungle filled with dangers to return to the real world.

Fact: The film was originally conceived as a direct sequel to the 1995 "Jumanji" but was later reimagined as a standalone adventure. The game in the movie was created using CGI, but the actors had to physically interact with a real game console.