The City of Lost Children (1995) — Dir. Jean-Pierre Jeunet & Marc Caro

Before Amélie, Jeunet co-directed this grim fairy tale about a mad scientist who steals children’s dreams. The film’s universe is like a rusted carnival — beautiful, grotesque, and full of ticking clocks and sad giants.
This isn’t Disney fantasy. It’s surreal, steam-powered melancholy. Every frame looks like it was built from nightmares and clock gears.
You’ll leave unsure what you just watched — but certain you loved it.

Rating: 5 / 5