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If I like whimsical, visually-imaginative adventure films with lots of practical effects like 'Baron Munchaesen', 'Brazil', 'Delicatassen', and 'City of Lost Children', what other films might I like?
You've got Brazil and The Adventures of Baron Munchausen, so how about Time Banidts?
I think these all merit a mention given what you're looking for. Whether or not they hit square is up to you.
The Fall (2006) - A bit flat in the story department, but this was clearly a film focused on being a feast for the eyes. It succeeds in that handily.
The Great Yokai War - Ever wondered what would happen if Takashi Miike directed The Never Ending Story? This is something like that.
Tuvalu - Almost like if you smashed the aesthetics of Jean Pierre Jeunet and Guy Maddin together. The dialogue is hyper-minimal, but it you can get on board with the overall approach this film is a gem.
Well, I was just talking about Dark City in my own sub thread, and to me itβs very similar to Brazil in tone and imagery. Not sure how much of it is practical effects but given the era Iβm guessing that most of it is.
Big Fish
With The congress and Eternal sunshine of a spotless mind, youβre in for a treat. I think Tideland checks the box as well. They are not exactly a narrative happening in another world, but the feeling of strangeness is good enough imo.
Honorable mention to the french odd ball named "la planete sauvage", though it is an animation film.
Merci beaucoup! Mes amis aiment les animations francaises, mais je ne trouvais pas les filmes interessantes sans leur assistance. Je suis vraiment excitee!
My pleasure, I'm also very fond of this genre :)
If you are curious of french animation films, I just remembered "Le roi et l'oiseau". It was my favorite as a kid. And if you liked the city of lost children, it will feel familiar. Sort of the same melancholia.
https://m.imdb.com/video/vi896380441/?playlistId=tt0079820&ref_=tt_ov_vi
I assume it will be hard to find, sadly. There is this version on archive.org, though, if you can understand french or spanish.
https://archive.org/details/LeRoiEtLOiseau_201709
If its subtitled, I'll be okayish. I can partially read Spanish and French.
Off you go then ;)
I love Eternal Sunshine! Thank you for the other recommendations, I am excited :3