Fairy Films: Wee Folk on the Big Screen

Since their inception, motion pictures have brought fantastic imagery to life, mining mythology and folklore to entertain audiences worldwide. As a staple of fantasy, fairies almost immediately received attention and their influence on the artform of film has never truly waned. Even into the modern era, filmmakers draw upon the themes of fairy lore, perhaps unknowingly.

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Quaint children's tales of whimsical, benevolent sprites belie a rich tradition of complex, magical beings sharing our rea...