10 Sci-Fi Films Where Size Matters

Description: This animated film, based on the book by Norton Juster, features a boy who travels to a land where size and shape are fluid, exploring themes of perception and self-worth.

Fact: The film was not a commercial success but has gained a cult following for its clever wordplay and imaginative world-building.

Description: While primarily a fantasy, the film includes characters like Fezzik, a giant, whose size plays a significant role in the story, touching on themes of acceptance and heroism.

Fact: The film has become a beloved classic, with lines like "Inconceivable!" entering popular culture.

Description: Although not strictly sci-fi, "Big" features a young boy who magically becomes an adult overnight. His struggle with his new size and the world's expectations provides a unique perspective on body image and societal norms.

Fact: Tom Hanks won a Golden Globe for his role, and the film was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay.

Description: While not directly about obesity, the film features characters of all sizes, including a giant, showcasing the fantastical elements of size in a whimsical adventure.

Fact: Directed by Terry Gilliam, the film was a commercial disappointment but has since been recognized for its imaginative storytelling and visual effects.

Description: This family-friendly sci-fi comedy involves a scientist who accidentally shrinks his children and their neighbors. While not about obesity, it deals with size and the challenges of navigating a world not built for you.

Fact: The film led to two sequels and a TV series, and the special effects for the shrinking scenes were groundbreaking for their time.

Description: This animated film features a giant robot who befriends a boy. The robot's size and the societal reaction to it touch on themes of acceptance and the fear of the unknown, paralleling the experiences of those who are different in size.

Fact: Brad Bird, the director, was inspired by the book "The Iron Man" by Ted Hughes, and the film has since gained a cult following.

Description: This classic film tells the story of Scott Carey, who begins to shrink after exposure to a mysterious mist. While not about obesity, it explores themes of size and the human condition, making it a fitting entry for our list.

Fact: The film was remade in 1981 as "The Incredible Shrinking Woman," and the original was one of the first films to explore the psychological effects of size change.

Description: This adaptation of Douglas Adams' series includes characters of various sizes, from the tiny Vogon ships to the vastness of space, highlighting the absurdity of size in the universe.

Fact: The film includes a cameo by Douglas Adams himself, and the screenplay was adapted from his radio series, books, and TV show.

Description: In a world where people can choose to be shrunk to five inches tall to live a more sustainable life, this film explores the societal implications of size and the personal journey of those who undergo the procedure.

Fact: The film was initially conceived as a comedy but evolved into a more dramatic exploration of human nature and societal issues.

Description: Directed by Steven Spielberg, this film adaptation of Roald Dahl's book features a Big Friendly Giant whose size is central to his character and the story's themes of friendship and acceptance.

Fact: The film uses motion capture technology to bring the giant to life, and it was one of the last projects of the late Melissa Mathison, who wrote the screenplay.