10 Fantasy Films with a Parliamentary Twist

Description: Although not directly about a parliament, the film includes a scene where King Haggard's court discusses the fate of the unicorns, reflecting themes of governance and decision-making.

Fact: The film features a memorable score by Jimmy Webb, including the song "The Last Unicorn" performed by America.

Description: The film features scenes in Rohan where King Théoden must make decisions with his council, reflecting a form of parliamentary governance in Middle-earth.

Fact: The film was nominated for six Academy Awards, winning two for Best Sound Editing and Best Visual Effects.

Description: Princess Mia Thermopolis must navigate the parliamentary system of Genovia to become queen, dealing with political intrigue and a constitutional crisis.

Fact: The film features a scene where Mia gives a speech in parliament, showcasing the importance of public speaking in politics.

Description: The film features a council of Telmarines who must decide on the fate of Narnia, showcasing political intrigue and governance in a fantasy world.

Fact: The film was shot in New Zealand, the same location used for "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy.

Description: The film includes scenes in Lake-town where the Master of Lake-town acts as a sort of mayor, showing a form of governance in a fantasy setting.

Fact: The film was shot at 48 frames per second, which was controversial for its hyper-realistic look.

Description: In this animated/live-action hybrid, Robin Wright plays a version of herself who sells her digital likeness to a film studio, leading to a surreal exploration of identity and politics in a futuristic setting where actors are replaced by digital avatars.

Fact: The film is loosely based on the novel "The Futurological Congress" by Stanisław Lem. It features a unique blend of animation and live-action, with the second half of the movie entirely animated.

Description: The film introduces the concept of a magical kingdom with a council of sorcerers, which can be seen as a fantasy version of a parliament.

Fact: The film was originally conceived as a prequel to "Snow White and the Huntsman" but was later changed to a sequel.

Description: This serial features a radio station owner who discovers an underground world called Murania, ruled by a queen and governed by a council, blending science fiction with a pseudo-parliamentary system.

Fact: It was one of the first films to combine science fiction with Western elements, and it's considered a precursor to modern sci-fi films.

Description: While not explicitly about a parliament, the film deals with the succession and governance issues in the Pride Lands, reflecting themes of leadership and political alliances.

Fact: It was the first Disney direct-to-video sequel to be released on video while the original film was still being shown in theaters.

Description: While not directly about a parliament, this series features a council of Gelflings who must unite to overthrow the oppressive Skeksis, showcasing themes of governance and resistance.

Fact: The series was created using a combination of puppetry, animatronics, and CGI, continuing the legacy of Jim Henson's original film.