- The Ghost and Mrs. Muir (1947)
- The House of the Spirits (1993)
- The Borrowers (1997)
- The Little Vampire (2000)
- Spirited Away (2001)
- The Secret of Kells (2009)
- The House with a Clock in Its Walls (2018)
- The Canterville Ghost (1996)
- The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance (2019)
- The Princess and the Magical Kingdom (2019)
House spirits, often known as brownies, domovoi, or hobgoblins, have long been a part of folklore across various cultures. These films delve into the whimsical and sometimes eerie world of these domestic guardians, offering viewers a blend of fantasy, humor, and heartwarming tales. This collection not only entertains but also provides insight into cultural traditions and the universal theme of home and protection.
The Ghost and Mrs. Muir (1947)
Description: A classic film where a widow moves into a cottage haunted by a sea captain's ghost, who acts much like a protective house spirit.
Fact: The film was adapted into a TV series in the 1960s.
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The House of the Spirits (1993)
Description: While focusing on family drama, the film includes magical realism elements with spirits that protect and influence the family's home.
Fact: Based on the novel by Isabel Allende.
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The Borrowers (1997)
Description: While not strictly about house spirits, the Borrowers are tiny people who live in the walls of houses, akin to the idea of house spirits, borrowing items to survive.
Fact: The film is based on the children's book by Mary Norton.
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The Little Vampire (2000)
Description: Although primarily about a vampire, the film includes elements of folklore creatures like house spirits that aid the characters.
Fact: The film was adapted from the book series by Angela Sommer-Bodenburg.
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Spirited Away (2001)
Description: Although not strictly about house spirits, the film features numerous spirits, including those that inhabit homes, in a bathhouse for spirits.
Fact: It won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.
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The Secret of Kells (2009)
Description: This animated film features a young boy who encounters a magical world filled with spirits, including a house spirit that guides him through his adventures.
Fact: The film was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.
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The House with a Clock in Its Walls (2018)
Description: This film features a house filled with magical elements, including a protective spirit that watches over the home.
Fact: The movie is based on the novel by John Bellairs.
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The Canterville Ghost (1996)
Description: This adaptation of Oscar Wilde's story features a ghost who has been haunting a house for centuries, embodying the spirit of the home.
Fact: The film stars Patrick Stewart as the ghost.
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The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance (2019)
Description: While not directly about house spirits, this series features creatures akin to spirits that protect the natural world, including homes.
Fact: It's a prequel to the 1982 film "The Dark Crystal."
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The Princess and the Magical Kingdom (2019)
Description: A Russian animated film where a princess befriends a house spirit, leading to adventures that save her kingdom.
Fact: It's one of the few Russian animations to receive an English dub.
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