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The Witch
In 1630, a farmer relocates his family to a remote plot of land on the edge of a forest where strange, unsettling things happen. With suspicion and paranoia mounting, each family member's faith, loyalty and love are tested in shocking ways.
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What it’s about — and how it feels
The Witch weaves a chilling narrative that explores the disintegration of a family under the weight of fear and superstition in an austere 17th century setting. As dark forces rise from the shadows, the film crafts an atmosphere of dread where trust erodes, and each character confronts existential crises rooted in faith, isolation, and the unknown.
Visceral tension rooted in character dynamicsPeriod-specific authenticity in dialogue and setExploration of faith and paranoiaHaunting sound design enhancing horror elements
Where it stands
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Details
- Directed by
- Robert Eggers
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Starring
- Anya Taylor-Joy, Ralph Ineson, Kate Dickie
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