Top 10 Fantasy Films for the Adventurous Tourist

Description: A boy discovers a magical book that transports him into the fantasy world of Fantasia, where he must help a young warrior save the land from destruction.

Fact: The film's iconic theme song, "The NeverEnding Story," was performed by Limahl, and it became a hit single in several countries.

Description: A story within a story, where a young boy is told a tale of adventure, romance, and fantasy, involving a farmhand turned pirate, a princess, and a host of fantastical characters.

Fact: The film has become a cult classic, known for its quotable lines and its blend of romance, adventure, and humor.

Description: While not tourists in the traditional sense, Harry, Ron, and Hermione embark on a magical journey at Hogwarts, encountering fantastical creatures and magical adventures.

Fact: The film's sets were so detailed that they were reused for the entire series, with some sets like the Great Hall becoming permanent fixtures.

Description: Walter Mitty, a daydreamer, embarks on a real-life adventure to find a missing negative, leading him to Iceland and other exotic locales, blending reality with fantasy.

Fact: The film was shot in real locations, including Iceland, Greenland, and the Himalayas, making the fantasy elements feel grounded in reality.

Description: Four siblings stumble upon a magical wardrobe that transports them to the enchanting world of Narnia, where they become embroiled in a battle against the White Witch.

Fact: The film was shot in New Zealand, which provided the stunning landscapes for Narnia.

Description: A young man ventures into a magical realm to retrieve a fallen star, only to find it's a woman, leading to a quest filled with witches, pirates, and magical beings.

Fact: The film was adapted from Neil Gaiman's novel, and its visual style was inspired by the illustrations of Charles Vess.

Description: Alice, now 19, returns to the whimsical world of Wonderland, where she must navigate through a land of wonders to save the realm from the Red Queen's tyranny.

Fact: Tim Burton's vision of Wonderland was inspired by the original illustrations by John Tenniel, but with a darker, more surreal twist.

Description: Bilbo Baggins, along with Gandalf and the Dwarves, continue their journey to reclaim the Dwarf Kingdom of Erebor, encountering mythical creatures and landscapes.

Fact: The film was shot in 3D and 48 fps, providing a visually immersive experience that enhances the fantasy elements.

Description: While not strictly fantasy, this film features a tourist, Frank, who gets entangled in a thrilling adventure in Venice, where the line between reality and illusion blurs.

Fact: The film was originally set to star Tom Cruise and Charlize Theron, but after Cruise dropped out, Johnny Depp and Angelina Jolie took the lead roles.

Description: A travelling theatre troupe, led by the enigmatic Doctor Parnassus, offers tourists a chance to enter a fantastical world through a magical mirror, leading to unexpected adventures.

Fact: Following Heath Ledger's untimely death, his role was completed by Johnny Depp, Jude Law, and Colin Farrell, each playing different versions of his character in the Imaginarium.