Tall tales: the 20 best giants in film
On the 300th anniversary of Gulliver’s Travels, we celebrate the biggest film stars of them all – from a stone colossus to a metal-munching alien and a 50ft woman on the rampage
TL;DR
- The article lists and describes the 20 best giants in film history.
- Rankings span various genres including fantasy, sci-fi, animation, and drama.
- Notable giants include The BFG, Jack the Giant Slayer, Rubeus Hagrid, The Amazing Colossal Man, and the Cyclops.
- The list also features animated giants like The Iron Giant and characters from 'Monsters vs Aliens'.
- The article acknowledges both live-action and animated portrayals, as well as practical effects and CGI.
- The significance of giants in storytelling, from ancient myths to modern blockbusters, is explored.