The Dreamscapes of 90s Fantasy Before The Lord of the Rings | Top 10 Most Underrated Fantasy Movies

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 09:27:47 +0000

Step into a realm of forgotten wonders with our curated list of underrated fantasy films from the '90s.
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0:00 - 10. DragonHeart (1996)
2:15 - 9. The Borrowers (1997)
4:18 - 8. Orlando (1992)
6:46 - 7. Photographing Fairies (1997)
8:36 - 6. The Secret Garden (1993)
10:56 - 5. The Secret of Roan Inish (1994)
13:33 - 4. What Dreams May Come (1998)
15:40 - 3.The City of Lost Children (1995)
17:42 - 2. Pleasantville (1998)
20:25 - 1. A Little Princess (1995)
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Underrated Fantasy Films of the '90s:

First, soar into the medieval skies with "DragonHeart" (1996), directed by Rob Cohen. Dennis Quaid stars as a disillusioned knight, and Sean Connery lends his iconic voice to the noble dragon, Draco, in a tale of friendship and heroism.

Next, shrink down to a miniature world in "The Borrowers" (1997), directed by Peter Hewitt. With John Goodman leading a talented cast, this whimsical adventure follows tiny people living hidden within the walls, battling to save their home.

Travel through time and gender with "Orlando" (1992), directed by Sally Potter. Tilda Swinton stars in this visually stunning adaptation of Virginia Woolf's novel, capturing centuries of history and transformation.

Unveil the mysteries of the unseen in "Photographing Fairies" (1997), directed by Nick Willing. Toby Stephens stars as a photographer who discovers the possibility of capturing fairies on film, getting into the realms of the magical and the tragic.

Step into the enchanting world of "The Secret Garden" (1993), directed by Agnieszka Holland. This beloved adaptation of Frances Hodgson Burnett's classic novel brings to life the transformative power of a hidden garden, with mesmerizing performances by Kate Maberly and Maggie Smith.

Explore the folklore of the Irish coast with "The Secret of Roan Inish" (1994), directed by John Sayles. This heartwarming tale follows a young girl's journey to uncover her family's mystical connection to the Selkies and the sea.

Discover the afterlife in "What Dreams May Come" (1998), directed by Vincent Ward. Robin Williams delivers a poignant performance in this visually stunning exploration of love, loss, and the afterlife.

Immerse yourself in the surreal and haunting "The City of Lost Children" (1995), directed by Marc Caro and Jean-Pierre Jeunet. Ron Perlman stars in this visually rich tale set in a dystopian world where dreams are stolen.

Witness the transformative magic of "Pleasantville" (1998), directed by Gary Ross. Tobey Maguire and Reese Witherspoon star in this innovative film where two teenagers are transported into a 1950s TV show, altering its black-and-white world with color and new ideas.

Finally, return to a beloved classic with "A Little Princess" (1995), directed by Alfonso Cuarón. This enchanting adaptation of Frances Hodgson Burnett's novel features a captivating performance by Liesel Matthews, bringing to life the story of resilience and imagination.