The Witches

Name: The Witches
Released: 1990-05-25T00:00:00-04:00

PG 1990 Family, Fantasy, Horror · 1h 31m

While staying at a hotel in England with his grandmother, Helga, a young boy named Luke inadvertently spies on a convention of witches. The Grand High Witch reveals a plan to turn all children into mice via a magical formula. When they discover the eavesdropper, the witches test the formula on him. Now, with the help of Helga and hotel manager Mr Stringer, Luke the mouse must fight back against the witches.

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About The Witches

A seemingly ordinary vacation turns extraordinary for young Luke and his grandmother when they stumble upon a sinister gathering of witches at their hotel. Led by the terrifying Grand High Witch, these witches are plotting to transform all the children in England into mice. Luke, after overhearing their wicked plans, becomes a victim himself, but he doesn't give up. Now a mouse, he, with the help of his grandmother, must find a way to thwart the witches' scheme and save the children before it's too late. Can a small mouse, armed with courage and wit, defeat an entire coven of evil witches?

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Cast and Characters

Directed by Nicolas Roeg, The Witches features a stellar cast. Jasen Fisher plays Luke, the brave young boy who uncovers the witches' plot. Mai Zetterling portrays Helga, Luke's resourceful and loving grandmother. Anjelica Huston delivers a chilling performance as the Grand High Witch, the epitome of evil disguised in elegance. Charlie Potter appears as Bruno Jenkins, a gluttonous boy who also falls victim to the witches' plan. Rowan Atkinson makes an appearance as Mr. Stringer, the hotel manager. Bill Paterson plays Mr. Jenkins, Bruno's father.

What people like about The Witches

Critics and audiences alike have praised The Witches for its captivating storyline, memorable characters, and stunning visual effects. Anjelica Huston's performance as the Grand High Witch has been widely celebrated as one of the most iconic villainous roles in film history. The film's blend of humor and horror, along with its imaginative creature design, has made it a cult classic that continues to be enjoyed by viewers of all ages. Many appreciate the film's loyalty to Roald Dahl's original story, while also acknowledging Roeg's unique directorial vision.

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Movie Score

70%

Released

May 25, 1990

Director

Nicolas Roeg

Cast

Jasen Fisher, Mai Zetterling, Anjelica Huston, Charlie Potter, Rowan Atkinson, Bill Paterson

Genre

Family, Fantasy, Horror

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