Movies and TvShows featuring "magical-realism" theme.

During her family's move to the suburbs, a sullen 10-year-old girl named Chihiro wanders into a world ruled by gods, witches, and spirits. In this mysterious world, humans are transformed into beasts. To save her parents who have turned into pigs, Chihiro must work at a bathhouse and navigate through various challenges and encounters. Along the way, she learns about personal growth, friendship, and the power of determination.

Death Note follows a high school student named Light Yagami who discovers a mysterious notebook known as the Death Note. With the power to kill anyone whose name is written in it, Light sets out to rid the world of criminals and create a utopia. However, his actions draw the attention of a brilliant detective known as L, leading to a thrilling game of cat and mouse

After a global event known as the Departure, where 2% of the world's population mysteriously vanished, the town of Mapleton struggles to cope with the aftermath. The story follows the lives of various individuals as they deal with grief, belief, and the consequences of the event.

Like Water for Chocolate tells the story of Tita, a young woman who discovers her love for cooking and finds that her emotions are transferred into the food she prepares. As she navigates through her forbidden love for Pedro, Tita’s culinary creations become infused with a magical quality, affecting all who consume them.

The Twilight Zone is a reboot of the iconic anthology series that explores strange occurrences and supernatural events through standalone episodes. Each story presents a thought-provoking twist at the end, often reflecting social issues and human nature.

Dr. Joel Fleischman, a young and arrogant doctor from New York City, is forced to work in a small town in Alaska as part of his medical school scholarship. He encounters eccentric characters, navigates the challenges of small-town life, and learns to appreciate the beauty of the Pacific Northwest.

When two girls move to the country to be near their ailing mother, they have adventures with the wondrous forest spirits who live nearby. On a warm, sunny day, 10-year-old Satsuki and 4-year-old Mei Kusakabe drive with their father along a rural road towards their new home. The girls are excited about the move since it will bring them closer to their mother, who is ill in the hospital. Their house is old and falling apart, but the girls find it charming and set out to explore. They stumble upon susuwatari, or soot sprites, in the attic and befriend them. Mei falls into a hole and meets a large creature called Totoro, who becomes her friend. Satsuki and her father find Mei and offer their respects to the spirits for watching over her. The family takes a bike ride into town to visit their mother in the hospital. Mei insists on staying with Satsuki at school, and they return home together in the rain. They encounter Totoro, who they offer an umbrella to. The creature takes them on a magical ride before they return home. The next day, the girls wake up to find a giant tree from the acorns they planted. They have a picnic with Granny, who tells them that fresh vegetables will help their mother. Satsuki receives news that her mother won't be able to come home, causing her distress. Mei decides to visit her mother in the hospital and gets lost. Satsuki seeks Totoro's help to find Mei. With the assistance of Catbus, they locate Mei and bring her back home. The film ends with their mother returning home, and the spirits watching over the children as they play with friends.

A young man named Pi survives a disaster at sea and finds himself stranded on a lifeboat with a Bengal tiger. As they journey together, Pi learns to coexist with the tiger, forming a unique bond. They face various challenges, including finding food and water, and encounter a floating island that turns out to be dangerous. Eventually, they reach the coast of Mexico, but the tiger walks away without acknowledging Pi. Pi tells a remarkable story to insurance agents, paralleling the characters in the story with his experience. The agents choose the story with the tiger.

Edward Scissorhands is a heartwarming story about a man-made creation named Edward, who has scissors for hands. Taken in by a suburban family, he discovers friendship, love, and acceptance. Despite initial fear and judgment from the townspeople, Edward's unique skills and compassionate nature win them over. However, when he is falsely accused and attacked, Edward is forced to retreat to his dark mansion. In the end, he is immortalized as a symbol of love and bringer of snow to the once-sterile neighborhood.

A group of adventurers explore the mythical city of Atlantis, facing dangerous creatures and ancient prophecies.

A man searches for his father, Pedro Páramo, in a town doomed by violence and the fury of a frustrated love.

Roar (2022) is an anthology series based on Cecelia Ahern's book of short stories. It weaves together eight genre-bending feminist fables that explore topics such as gender roles, autonomy, and identity in unconventional ways.

Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai follows the story of Sakuta Azusagawa, a high school boy who comes across a girl named Mai Sakurajima dressed in a bunny costume. He soon realizes that Mai is not visible to other people, except for him. As Sakuta tries to uncover the truth behind Mai's invisibility, he discovers that she is not the only one experiencing supernatural phenomena. Together, they navigate through various mysteries and psychological challenges, unraveling the mysteries of adolescence and human connections.

18 Again is a Korean drama series that tells the story of a 37-year-old man who magically transforms into his 18-year-old self. As he goes back to high school, he gets another chance to fix his mistakes, rediscover his passions, and reconnect with his family.

Despite being caught in her imaginative world, Amelie, a young waitress, decides to help people find happiness. Her quest to spread joy leads her on a journey where she finds true love.

Pan's Labyrinth is set in 1944 Spain, where a young girl named Ofelia discovers a labyrinth in the woods near her new home. She encounters a faun who tells her that she is the long-lost princess of a magical underworld and must complete three tasks to prove her identity and escape the horrors of the Spanish Civil War. As Ofelia faces the challenges of the labyrinth, she navigates a world of fantasy and reality, encountering mythical creatures, magical objects, and dangerous situations. Along the way, she learns about bravery, sacrifice, and the power of imagination.

A young boy named Sosuke finds a goldfish named Ponyo trapped in a jar. He rescues her and forms a bond with her. Ponyo wants to become a human and they face various challenges together. Eventually, Ponyo's magical powers turn her into a human girl, but they must pass a test to restore balance to the world. Sosuke and Ponyo navigate through flooded lands to find Sosuke's mother and reunite with her. In the end, Ponyo sacrifices her magic to become human and they both live happily ever after.

In the TV show 'Touch', a single father discovers a mysterious cell phone that grants him the ability to predict the future. Through a series of interconnected lives, he tries to understand the significance of the numbers revealed by the phone, all while dealing with his mute and autistic son. This drama with elements of fantasy, mystery, and sci-fi explores the power of human connection and the influence of fate.

Matilda, a sweet and intelligent girl, defies her neglectful parents and takes a stand to change her life. With her sharp mind and vivid imagination, she discovers her telekinetic powers and uses them to overcome challenges and protect her friends. Along the way, she unravels the dark secrets of her past and finds a new home with her caring teacher, Miss Honey. Matilda's story is a heartwarming tale of courage, resilience, and the power of imagination.

Pushing Daisies follows Ned, a pie-maker gifted with the ability to bring dead things back to life with a touch. He's using this power to solve murder mysteries, but there's a catch: if he touches them again, they die permanently. Alongside him are his childhood sweetheart, Chuck, who he's brought back to life and now can't touch, and Emerson, a PI who brings Ned cases to solve.