1. Magical Realism Combining Fantasy and Reality

2. Definition: A type of fiction or art form in which elements of the fantastic are woven into the “real world” in a straightforward manner Reflects the combining of two different cultures: the scientific, logical 1 st World view and the “superstitious” 3 rd World view Look at the following paintings by Salvador Dali and identify elements of the real and the dreamlike or supernatural

9. Magical Realism in Film Take a look at these film clips from the director M. Night Shyamalan for evidence of magical realism in film Now you are ready to work on creating your own picture in the magical realistic style