Imagine stepping into an airport, but instead of the usual hustle and bustle, you're whisked away to a realm of magic and wonder. This curated list of 10 fantasy films explores the enchanting possibilities when airports serve as portals to otherworldly adventures. From hidden magical gates to time-traveling terminals, these movies offer a unique blend of fantasy and the familiar, making for a captivating watch for anyone who loves both the thrill of travel and the allure of the fantastical.
The Dark Crystal (1982)
Description: This film, while not featuring an airport, involves a journey through a fantastical world, which can be seen as a metaphor for the magical transitions often depicted in airport settings in fantasy films.
Fact: The film was created using animatronics and puppets, a pioneering technique at the time.
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The Secret of NIMH (1982)
Description: Although not directly involving an airport, this animated film features a journey to a mysterious place, which can be paralleled to the magical gateways found in airports.
Fact: It was one of the first animated films to use computer-generated imagery for special effects.
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The NeverEnding Story (1984)
Description: While not set in an airport, the film's theme of entering a fantastical world through a book can be likened to the magical gateways airports represent in fantasy films.
Fact: The film's iconic theme song was performed by Limahl, and the movie has become a cult classic.
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The Time Machine (2002)
Description: While not primarily set in an airport, the film features a scene where the protagonist uses an airport as a time-traveling gateway, showcasing the airport's potential as a portal to different eras.
Fact: The film is a remake of the 1960 classic, with significant changes to the original plot.
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The Terminal (2004)
Description: While not strictly fantasy, this film features a man trapped in an airport due to a bureaucratic mix-up, creating a surreal, almost magical experience. The airport becomes his world, where he lives, loves, and learns.
Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life story of Mehran Karimi Nasseri, who lived in Charles de Gaulle Airport for 18 years.
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The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus (2009)
Description: While not set in an airport, the film features a magical mirror that could be likened to an airport gate, transporting characters into fantastical realms.
Fact: Following Heath Ledger's death, his role was completed by Johnny Depp, Jude Law, and Colin Farrell, each playing different versions of his character.
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The Adjustment Bureau (2011)
Description: In this film, an airport becomes a key location where the protagonist encounters agents of fate, leading to a chase through the airport's hidden corridors and into the realm of destiny manipulation.
Fact: The film is based on a short story by Philip K. Dick, known for his mind-bending science fiction narratives.
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Flight of the Navigator (1986)
Description: A boy is transported through time via an alien spacecraft that lands in an airport, blending sci-fi with fantasy elements as he navigates through the airport to find his way back to his own time.
Fact: The film features one of the first uses of CGI for a character, the alien ship's computer named Max.
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The Langoliers (1995)
Description: Based on Stephen King's story, passengers on a flight wake up to find the airport eerily empty, leading to a fantastical journey to escape the time-eating creatures known as Langoliers.
Fact: This was one of the first adaptations of King's work to be released directly to television.
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The Lost City of Gold (1987)
Description: In this adventure, an airport becomes the starting point for a journey to find a mythical city, blending elements of fantasy with real-world exploration.
Fact: This film is part of the "Romancing the Stone" series, known for its adventurous spirit and humor.
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