Definition of «modern fairytale»

The phrase "modern fairytale" refers to a story or situation that seems like it could be a fairy tale but is set in the present time with modern themes and characters. It often contains magical elements or fantastical elements, but it is relevant to the contemporary world.

Sentences with «modern fairytale»

Beware the Slenderman (World Premiere) Director: Irene Taylor Brodsky In this horrifyingly modern fairytale lurks an online Boogeyman and two 12 - year - old girls who would kill for him. (deadline.com)
Beware the Slenderman (World Premiere) Director: Irene Taylor Brodsky Plot: In this horrifyingly modern fairytale lurks an online Boogeyman and two 12 - year - old girls who would kill for him. (weliveentertainment.com)
Having picked up the Best Director award for his superb modern fairytale DRIVE at the Cannes Film Festival in 2011, Nicolas Winding Refn's intense follow - up, ONLY GOD FORGIVES, will also premiere at the prestigious event in France next month. (thehollywoodnews.com)
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