10 Fantasy Films Set in Communal Apartments

Description: This film features a widow who moves into a seaside cottage haunted by the ghost of a sea captain. While not set in a communal apartment, the shared space between the living and the spectral offers a unique take on communal living with a ghostly twist.

Fact: The film was adapted into a television series in the late 1960s, further expanding its reach and popularity.

Description: While not a fantasy in the traditional sense, Billy Wilder's classic has elements of surrealism and absurdity, making it a fitting inclusion. The film's setting in a bustling New York apartment building where characters navigate complex personal lives mirrors the communal living experience.

Fact: The film won five Academy Awards, including Best Picture, and its portrayal of office politics and personal relationships has made it a timeless classic.

Description: Directed by Roman Polanski, this psychological thriller involves a man who moves into an apartment where the previous tenant committed suicide. The film explores themes of identity and paranoia within a communal living setting.

Fact: Polanski himself plays the lead role, adding a personal touch to the film's exploration of mental disintegration.

Description: This adaptation of Roald Dahl's novel features a boy and his grandmother staying in a hotel where witches convene. The hotel setting, with its shared spaces, becomes a stage for magical and terrifying events, fitting the theme of communal living with a fantastical twist.

Fact: The film was directed by Nicolas Roeg, known for his surreal and visually striking films.

Description: Set in a secluded mansion, this film explores the eerie coexistence of the living with the dead. The mansion, in a way, acts as a communal space where different 'residents' share the same environment, albeit unknowingly.

Fact: Nicole Kidman's performance in this film earned her a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress.

Description: A hospice nurse moves into an old plantation house to care for an elderly man, only to discover dark secrets and hoodoo magic. The shared living space becomes a conduit for supernatural events, making it a unique entry in this list.

Fact: The film was shot on location at the Felicity Plantation in Louisiana, adding authenticity to its eerie atmosphere.

Description: A family moves into a house that was once a funeral home, leading to supernatural occurrences. While not a communal apartment, the shared space with spirits and the family's struggle to coexist with the paranormal echoes the theme of living with others in unexpected ways.

Fact: The film is loosely based on the real-life Snedeker family's experiences, which were also featured on "A Haunting" TV series.

Description: Although primarily a thriller, this film delves into the dark side of communal living when a college freshman's new roommate exhibits increasingly disturbing behavior. The shared apartment becomes a stage for psychological horror, blending elements of fantasy through the surreal experiences of the protagonist.

Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life experiences of college students dealing with problematic roommates.

Description: In this family-friendly fantasy, a young boy moves into his uncle's house, which is alive with magic and mystery. While not a communal apartment, the house itself acts as a shared space for magical beings and events.

Fact: The film is based on the 1973 novel by John Bellairs, marking a return to the big screen for the beloved story.

Description: In this animated anthology, three tales unfold within the walls of a mysterious house, which in one story, becomes a communal apartment where residents encounter bizarre and magical events. This film showcases how communal living can be a backdrop for the extraordinary.

Fact: The film features segments directed by three different directors, each with their unique style, making it a visually diverse experience.