Immerse yourself in stories where the divine and mythical walk unseen through our cities. These films explore what happens when ancient powers face modern irrelevance, offering a unique blend of melancholy, wonder, and profound questions about belonging. They are slow-burn character studies perfect for when you crave fantasy with emotional depth and a contemplative pace.
These films explore the lives of ancient gods, spirits, and mythical beings living in obscurity within contemporary society. They blend melancholy and wonder, focusing on themes of obsolescence, identity, and finding new purpose in a world that has forgotten magic. This category is for viewers seeking a poignant mix of urban fantasy and character-driven stories about legacy and adaptation.
Rifkin's Festival
2022
Urchin
2025
Manhattan Romance
2015
Forbidden Quest
2006
Possession
2002
God’s Little Acre
1958
Time Traveller: The Girl Who Leapt Through Time
2010
Those People
2016
The Twilight Saga: New Moon
2009
Imaginary Crimes
1994
Shortcomings
2023
Gate to Heaven
2022
Galaxy Express 999: The Movie
1979
Otto; or, Up with Dead People
2008
The Snow Woman
1968
Hochelaga, Land of Souls
2017
Armageddon Time
2022
Up There
2012
Death Defying Acts
2008
The Bird People in China
1998
The Line, the Cross & the Curve
1993
Film Geek
2024
Beyond the Time Barrier
1960
Atlantics
2019
Faraway, So Close!
1993
The Bermuda Depths
1978
The Greatest Hits
2024
Children Who Chase Lost Voices
2011
From Time to Time
2009
La Chimera
2024
These films are curated for their unique exploration of identity and purpose through a fantastical lens. They share a melancholic yet wondrous tone, using the premise of hidden gods to examine very human feelings of obsolescence and the search for meaning. Perfect for viewers who want fantasy that prioritizes emotional depth and philosophical questions over epic battles, offering a quiet, contemplative viewing experience.
Last Updated: December 04, 2025 at 12:10
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