Fantasy Films with Classical Music

Description: Disney's classic anthology film pairs classical music with animated sequences, creating a fantasy world where music comes to life in the most imaginative ways.

Fact: It was the first commercial film shown in stereophonic sound, and the "Sorcerer's Apprentice" segment was the most expensive animation ever produced at the time.

Description: While not strictly fantasy, this biographical drama about Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart includes elements of fantasy in its portrayal of Mozart's genius and the supernatural aspects of his music's creation.

Fact: The film won eight Academy Awards, including Best Picture, and features many of Mozart's compositions performed by the Academy of St Martin in the Fields.

Description: This film tells the story of a virtuoso pianist born on a ship who never sets foot on land, creating a fantastical narrative around his music and the ocean.

Fact: The film features Ennio Morricone's score, with the main theme becoming very popular.

Description: This film follows the journey of a violin crafted in the 17th century, weaving through time and continents, with its music influencing lives in fantastical ways.

Fact: The violin's music was composed by John Corigliano, who won an Academy Award for Best Original Score for this film.

Description: This adaptation of the famous musical includes elements of fantasy with its ghost-like Phantom and his haunting compositions, showcasing the power of music in a gothic setting.

Fact: The film features Andrew Lloyd Webber's score, with Emmy Rossum performing her own vocals.

Description: This film features a young apprentice who discovers his magical powers through the music of Johann Sebastian Bach, particularly "Toccata and Fugue in D minor," which plays a pivotal role in the film's climax.

Fact: The film's score was composed by Trevor Rabin, formerly of the band Yes, and includes several classical pieces reimagined for the movie.

Description: Based on the life of Niccolò Paganini, the film blends historical drama with elements of fantasy, portraying Paganini as a virtuoso with a supernatural talent for the violin.

Fact: David Garrett, a famous violinist, plays Paganini and performs all the violin pieces in the film.

Description: This Soviet biopic about the life of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky includes fantastical elements in its portrayal of his creative process and the mystical influence of his music.

Fact: The film was directed by Igor Talankin, and its score features Tchaikovsky's own compositions, including excerpts from "Swan Lake" and "The Nutcracker."

Description: This film, while not overtly fantasy, has a surreal quality where the protagonist's life changes dramatically through a game of poker, with classical music playing a significant role in the background.

Fact: The film features a score by Philip Glass, known for his minimalist compositions.

Description: While primarily a drama, the film has a mystical quality with the piano's music acting as a voice for the mute protagonist, creating a fantastical connection between her and the natural world.

Fact: The film's score was composed by Michael Nyman, who incorporated elements of classical music into his compositions.