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Il était une fois… le triomphe de la Fantasy
8.0 / 10• 2025•NR• French
DocumentaryFantasy
Storyline
A journey into the magical world of fantasy, a genre that has captivated the world for over a century, from Tolkien's novels to the legendary Harry Potter saga, from the Game of Thrones phenomenon to The Wheel of Time and the must-play video game Zelda. This film, bringing together exceptional contributors such as Richard Taylor, author Robin Hobb, French writers Maxime Chattam and Estelle Faye, and history-specialist videographer Ben, is narrated by Adeline Chetail. Designed as an immersive journey with spectacular images, it takes viewers into a parallel world, born in response to the crises of history. A world that has become a reflection of very real dreams and struggles, but also a celebration of the imagination, its richness, and its power over lives.
Cast & Crew
Adeline Chetail
Self - voice actress
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Adeline Chetail
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Adeline Chetail
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Adeline Chetail
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Robin Hobb
Self - novelist
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Naomi Novik
Self - novelist
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Maxime Chattam
Self - novelist
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Estelle Faye
Self - novelist
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Régis Brochier's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Il était une fois… le triomphe de la Fantasy is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
