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The Witch

Play trailer 2:31 Poster for The Witch R Released Feb 19, 2016 1h 32m Horror History Drama Play Trailer Watchlist
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In 1630 New England, panic and despair envelops a farmer, his wife and their children when youngest son Samuel suddenly vanishes. The family blames Thomasin, the oldest daughter who was watching the boy at the time of his disappearance. With suspicion and paranoia mounting, twin siblings Mercy and Jonas suspect Thomasin of witchcraft, testing the clan's faith, loyalty and love to one another.
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As thought-provoking as it is visually compelling, The Witch delivers a deeply unsettling exercise in slow-building horror that suggests great things for debuting writer-director Robert Eggers.

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Britt Ashley Bitch Media Like any good horror film, The Witch is rife with opportunity for allegorical interpretation, and one of the most compelling narratives bubbling beneath surface is the origin story of America itself. Feb 10, 2021 Full Review Steven D. Greydanus Catholic Digest The stakes are real. The Devil is real. All roads do not lead up the mountain. Some lead to the heart of darkness, to the depths of a witch-haunted wood. Rated: A Apr 28, 2017 Full Review Nigel Andrews Financial Times The film starts with wordy wittering and ends by trying to woo our shrieks -- from Arthur Miller to Dennis Wheatley in the shortest time possible between two blunt points. Rated: 2/5 Dec 27, 2016 Full Review JD Duran InSession Film Elevated symbolically with Eggers’ commentary on how fanatical faith is impossible to live up to, and how that churns out something evil, despite its good intentions. All of that is delicately crystallized in the final moments of The Witch... Aug 8, 2024 Full Review Brendan Cassidy InSession Film The Witch has been aesthetically compared to that of The Shining and The Crucible, and it is easy to see why. But that fails to give enough credit where credit is due: Eggers has a unique direction style... Rated: A- Jun 17, 2024 Full Review Eddie Harrison film-authority.com …finishes on a few memorable flourishes, even if it ends roughly where one might have hoped that it would start. Nevertheless, the slow burn is effective, and Eggers deserves credit for ploughing a fresh furrow in the annals of witchcraft film-making… Rated: 3/5 Feb 10, 2024 Full Review Read all reviews

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Luca S Un film qui met direct dans l'ambiance et ce jusqu'à la fin. Un film à voir bien qu'il ne faut pas s'attendre à avoir forcément peur ce n'est pas le but. Mais très très bon. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 11/21/24 Full Review ADRIANA K I've never written anything bad about anything but this movie is just so bad that I have to warn other people. The movie is boring, not scary at all, has no objective, the best part was when it ended. Don't waste your time. Rated 1 out of 5 stars 11/21/24 Full Review Snuggly Slow, boring, overrated. NOT scary! I'm not sure why people keep recommending this. Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 11/18/24 Full Review diane S Awesome. Lead character's facial expression at the climax is a unique cinematic moment - an expression so enigmatic that it defies description - there's bliss there of course that's plain to see but there's something else there - something indefinable. I'd love to talk to the actress about it. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 11/18/24 Full Review Harish N The Witch" (2015) is a chilling and atmospheric horror film that breathes new life into the genre with its fresh perspective and unsettling exploration of religious paranoia and folklore. This film is not your typical jump-scare fest; it's a slow-burn descent into madness that will leave you disturbed and captivated long after the credits roll. Set in 17th-century New England, the film follows a Puritan family exiled from their community and forced to confront the dark forces lurking in the surrounding wilderness. The film masterfully creates a sense of isolation and dread, immersing you in the family's paranoia and the chilling atmosphere of the unknown. The performances are exceptional, with Anya Taylor-Joy delivering a breakout performance as Thomasin, the eldest daughter accused of witchcraft. The supporting cast is equally impressive, capturing the religious fervor and growing hysteria of the family as they succumb to fear and suspicion. The film's cinematography is stunning, with its stark visuals and haunting landscapes creating a sense of unease and isolation. The sound design is equally effective, with its eerie silence punctuated by unsettling sounds and chilling whispers. "The Witch" is a must-watch for horror fans seeking a truly unique and disturbing experience. Its fresh perspective on the genre, combined with its masterful execution and haunting atmosphere, make it a modern horror masterpiece. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 11/17/24 Full Review peter r “The Witch” is one of those rare films that makes you think, “They don’t make ’em like this anymore.” This is a true masterpiece, an atmospheric, deeply unsettling tale that lingers long after the credits roll. For any horror fan, it’s an absolute must-watch. The performances are flawless, with each actor fully embodying their role and grounding the terror in reality. The dialogue, crafted with chilling authenticity, draws you into the world of 17th-century New England, heightening the film’s tension and mystery. The film’s slow-burn pace and eerie visuals build an atmosphere that’s both hypnotic and horrifying. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 11/10/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis In 1630 New England, panic and despair envelops a farmer, his wife and their children when youngest son Samuel suddenly vanishes. The family blames Thomasin, the oldest daughter who was watching the boy at the time of his disappearance. With suspicion and paranoia mounting, twin siblings Mercy and Jonas suspect Thomasin of witchcraft, testing the clan's faith, loyalty and love to one another.
Director
Robert Eggers
Producer
Jay Van Hoy, Lars Knudsen, Jodi Redmond, Daniel Bekerman, Rodrigo Teixeira
Screenwriter
Robert Eggers
Distributor
A24
Production Co
Parts and Labor
Rating
R (Graphic Nudity|Disturbing Violent Content)
Genre
Horror, History, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Feb 19, 2016, Wide
Rerelease Date (Theaters)
Apr 1, 2016
Release Date (Streaming)
May 17, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA)
$25.1M
Runtime
1h 32m
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