The Witch
A24 | Release Date: February 19, 2016
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rmurray847Aug 10, 2023
THE WITCH is a tough movie to dislike, even as it is a tough movie to get through. It suffers from the curse of many otherwise good horror movies (such as IT FOLLOWS)...the ending stinks. Frankly, it does seem tough to find good endings toTHE WITCH is a tough movie to dislike, even as it is a tough movie to get through. It suffers from the curse of many otherwise good horror movies (such as IT FOLLOWS)...the ending stinks. Frankly, it does seem tough to find good endings to supernatural stories...once you see the horror before you, it somehow becomes less than the dread building up to it. Good horror movies and bad horror movies often suffer from it. It's a "short story" problem. By this, I mean...think about some of the great short stories you've read in your life. Many of them end with abrupt, surprise endings (OCCURRENCE ON OWL CREEK BRIDGE) or perhaps just sort of end (50% of modern day short stories). So you've invested 20 minutes of your time in a just so-so story. Or maybe the surprise ending is abrupt, but it's fun given how little of your time you've given up. You enjoyed the prose, and then the ending wasn't too great...but overall, you're content with the time you spent. NOW, turn that around....you've spend $20+ dollars for the pair of movie tickets. Maybe you bought snacks. You sat in the dark for 90+ minutes. And for 88 minutes, you were having a pretty good time, then suddenly the movie ends. BLAIR WITCH, THE LAST EXORCISM, etc. etc. NOW you feel cheated and disappointed. And for me, THE WITCH fell into this trap, and for that it should get a 2 star rating, perhaps.

But, the building of atmosphere and dread is top notch. Some truly creepy and disturbing things happen. The movie is set in puritanical times, and follows a family that is SO puritanical, that they've been kicked out of town!! Dad is the fanatic, and of course his wife and children follow along. They build a house and homestead near a forest, and almost immediately, weird stuff starts to happen. I won't describe it all, but much involves animals and VERY creepy younger siblings. The story is told mostly through the eyes of the oldest daughter, a girl on the edge of "womanhood" (to use a somewhat icky cliche). I put it this way, because her own father mistrusts his daughter when he sees she's growing up. He believes we are all sinful, and women especially are not to be trusted. So when bad things start happening, who does he blame first? Anyway, the atmosphere is awesomely done, and the acting is really top notch. These are fairly inexperienced performers, but they do very, very well. And when all hell finally starts to break loose, you feel pretty bad for some of the things that start happening to these people...as alien and extreme as they may seem.

And really, the entire setting and time of the film is well done. I felt that the details of everyday life, the set and costume design, etc. was all really excellent. Low budget, but never cheap. Cinematography was good. The minimal special effects were good. Only the sound mix seemed off...but I can't say if that was the theater's fault or the film. But sometimes I had a hard time understanding everyone. But I really appreciated the feeling of immersion, not just in a creepy atmosphere but into a world that felt real yet unfamiliar. This was an extra touch that really made me respond to the film. I give it four stars, but would hesitate to recommend to anyone. It's slow moving (VERY) and it disappoints with its ending. For me, the other parts of the film overcame all that. But I can EASILY see that this would not be the case for other viewers. I will probably watch it again after the blu-ray is released...but I bet I'll watch it alone.… Expand
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roman_emperorFeb 20, 2016
This movie is being promoted as a horror film. You are being lied to. There is nothing scary about this film. Sure, there are some disturbing elements, but there's nothing really to classify this movie as scary.

Yeah, so an old hag snatchesThis movie is being promoted as a horror film. You are being lied to. There is nothing scary about this film. Sure, there are some disturbing elements, but there's nothing really to classify this movie as scary.

Yeah, so an old hag snatches a baby and make him guacamole to bath him. It's disturbing, and it seems like a good start, but then the movie descends into a long and boring philosophical drama about sin. If you missed church to go see this move, don't feel bad for it. You're cheating god out of his money and lectures. This movie is a long, boring religious rant.

The acting is not bad, but the dialogue in the film is hard to understand. Every bit of dialogue is spoken in between a whimper, a grunt, and whisper. I only understood 10% of what was actually said.

There are few things that make this movie scary... So the little kids spoke to the devil throughout the whole movie. So a child was kidnapped and use to bath in. Who cares that the young boy **** the witch and died because he sinned for doing it. It's just blah.… Expand
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Fixer84Mar 16, 2023
A film that puts fearful tension on you throughout its duration. Maybe it's not among the scariest of recent times but, definitely, one of the best. Not that it would take much then, since horror lately are more often than half ****
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AlanoSilvaPBFeb 25, 2023
Filme muito ruim. Chato, dá até sono e sem graça. Uma completa perca de tempo!
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Ponds98Nov 10, 2022
A shining pearl of a movie, not too much long with a great directory that never leave you bored thanks to the anxiety.
The cast gave an incredible effort in the acting, especially the kid, and the music is perfectly creepy.
That ending wasA shining pearl of a movie, not too much long with a great directory that never leave you bored thanks to the anxiety.
The cast gave an incredible effort in the acting, especially the kid, and the music is perfectly creepy.
That ending was even better and original, overall a very good entry for Eggers in the world of filmakers… Expand
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FelipePedro07Aug 28, 2022
Good !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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shag00Aug 26, 2022
There is no story, just imagine someone taking home videos but set in the 17th century. Each scene stumbles on to the next one with little in the way of a thread holding them all together. The movie starts with a family being exiled from aThere is no story, just imagine someone taking home videos but set in the 17th century. Each scene stumbles on to the next one with little in the way of a thread holding them all together. The movie starts with a family being exiled from a settlement for some religious disagreement but no details. The following scenes are just scenes of their daily lives set a against a background of kiddies disappearing with one featuring a "witch" and killing new borns (though the there is a male and female).

No attempt to explain who the witch is or why, why they have become active, where they came from etc. Movie ends with a bunch of naked women floating in the air during some kind of perceived ritual. Very much a scene to parade some bare arse rather than tieing up and explaining the story, perhaps because there is not really any story.… Expand
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MarlaIsBackJun 24, 2022
Impressive, Robert Eggers directed this movie very well, the acting is also very good.
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tipeddzeroJun 23, 2022
The Witch is one of the weirdest movies I have seen so far because of Its uniqueness. The movie never turns its back on raw and unedited violence and never seems too dull to watch. I swear to god, in like the middle of the movie, I got a veryThe Witch is one of the weirdest movies I have seen so far because of Its uniqueness. The movie never turns its back on raw and unedited violence and never seems too dull to watch. I swear to god, in like the middle of the movie, I got a very big need to sneeze but I was just so glued to the screen that I was holding it in for at least 3 minutes. Visually, the movie is a masterclass. Sure, it's not very colorful but that was kind of the intention, the shots are beautifully made, with a wider shot when necessary but mostly up close and personal and the screenplay of a family going mad and getting corrupted by this evil force from the woods is just gripping right to the end. If you are expecting a horror movie like the Insidious or the Conjuring, I have to disappoint you, this is not going to be the movie for you. If you like dark and depressing movies tough, then you will enjoy every frame of this masterpiece. And don't forget, this is the first movie Robert Eggers ever made, so for a first movie, this movie is really good.… Expand
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Mauro_LanariJun 18, 2022
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The menarche of a young girl throws havoc on the spirituality of a group of Pilgrim Fathers and her family, such event is treated first as indomitable wild nature and then as undisputed satanic epiphany. The current relevance(Mauro Lanari)
The menarche of a young girl throws havoc on the spirituality of a group of Pilgrim Fathers and her family, such event is treated first as indomitable wild nature and then as undisputed satanic epiphany. The current relevance of the topic and the value of cloying formalism by the debutant escape me.… Expand
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zach_grechMay 29, 2022
This movie is extremely interesting and an excellent directorial debut. The atmosphere and cinematography are both excellent. The tension and characters are also really great and compelling. The pacing is the main issue of the film as someThis movie is extremely interesting and an excellent directorial debut. The atmosphere and cinematography are both excellent. The tension and characters are also really great and compelling. The pacing is the main issue of the film as some scenes feel very slow.… Expand
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Sayeem_ShamsMay 4, 2022
A solid horror flick with an artistic touch! This movie has so many layers and so much to convey. Wow!
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AJ_13Apr 1, 2022
Simple in its story, complex in its staging. Anya Taylor-Joy and Ralph Ineson are stellar.
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MaxwooMar 26, 2022
The concept is simple but masterfully accomplished, and Robert Eggers' debut features a slow but measured narrative pace, a dark palette and an ominous soundtrack, and the stunning Anya Taylor-Joy.
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DarkwingSchmuckMar 8, 2022
Writer/director Robert Eggers bursts onto the scene with the best horror film since Let the Right One In, while lead actress Anya Taylor-Joy cements herself as one of the top young actors to keep an eye on. Gorgeous, disturbing, andWriter/director Robert Eggers bursts onto the scene with the best horror film since Let the Right One In, while lead actress Anya Taylor-Joy cements herself as one of the top young actors to keep an eye on. Gorgeous, disturbing, and completely original, The Witch is a must-see for horror fanatics.… Expand
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Momentum78Mar 14, 2022
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HellHoleHorrorFeb 16, 2022
I found this more annoying than scary. The ending is painfully predicable within the first ten minutes and once you have guessed it then the rest of the paranoid mystery leading to it is boring. The music that they use to imply witches isI found this more annoying than scary. The ending is painfully predicable within the first ten minutes and once you have guessed it then the rest of the paranoid mystery leading to it is boring. The music that they use to imply witches is beyond annoying, it really grates on your ears. The acting is solid and it looks beautiful. There are some intense moments but this is let down by unengaging scenes, painfully slow pacing and a total lack of anything happening. I didn’t like the stuff involving children, even knowing it is fictional I knew that it had to be acted and that really did not sit well with me.… Expand
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StoryLover7Jan 11, 2022
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I really liked the film. It reminded me of Midsommar at the end because in both of them there is a young woman that loses everything while previously mistreated and then joins a cult (coven) to find meaning and power. The atmosphere, story and acting were amazing. This indeed is a movie that inspires thought and depicts desparation and cluelessnes that were plaguing the 17th century England, although they have not left the world even today.… Expand
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ChanekeCholoDec 25, 2021
The best indie film ever. This is the perfect example of take advantage all the possible elements that you have on hand when you're directing your own film.
Nothing feels wasted in this, the script is original and round taking into accountThe best indie film ever. This is the perfect example of take advantage all the possible elements that you have on hand when you're directing your own film.
Nothing feels wasted in this, the script is original and round taking into account even the small details, the performances were great, even to consolidate the career of Anya Taylor Joy in her first acting.
The cinematography represents an amplitude as well as a mesmerizing unsettling claustrophobia. Mightily impressive, brimming with beauty and terror.
In a few words, it's a balloon that inflates slowly until it unexpectedly explodes and it does it in a terrifying way.… Expand
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NickTheCritickNov 2, 2021
Simply one of the best horror movies ever made. The accuracy over the historical period here is incredible here by director Robert Eggers. The movie is beautifully shot, beautiful cinematography as well and beautiful editing. The movieSimply one of the best horror movies ever made. The accuracy over the historical period here is incredible here by director Robert Eggers. The movie is beautifully shot, beautiful cinematography as well and beautiful editing. The movie perfectly inspires a sense of anguish and it provides to terrofy you without the using of jump scares but just using beautiful shots. The ending is amazing as well as every scene in this movie (the possession scene is terryfing and will stay with you for a lot of time).… Expand
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LumdogOct 17, 2021
Director Robert Eggers respects the audience to form their own interpretations of the film. It's a very intelligent film full of allegories and imagery; and drips with creepy atmosphere. I was captivated the entire time. This probablyDirector Robert Eggers respects the audience to form their own interpretations of the film. It's a very intelligent film full of allegories and imagery; and drips with creepy atmosphere. I was captivated the entire time. This probably explains its low audience score, there is nothing typical or standard about this film. Anya Taylor-Joy needs a special mention; in her breakout role she is simply outstanding.… Expand
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dario12Sep 7, 2021
The Witch is one very good atmospferic movie with some great looking cinematography and some creepy scenes that will stay in my memory for some time.
Story to me here was rather good and some tension building up and unsetteling vibe was shownThe Witch is one very good atmospferic movie with some great looking cinematography and some creepy scenes that will stay in my memory for some time.
Story to me here was rather good and some tension building up and unsetteling vibe was shown in very effective way.
Characters were very releatable and I was able to feel symphaty towards them.
Cinematography was very strong and it gived film bigger dose of quality.… Expand
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RenovatiaOct 12, 2016
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The storyline is as follows: a family is evicted from a village for unknown reasons. They end up alone in a field close to a forest and setup their new home. Their baby is kidnapped by a witch and turned into a witch brew to serve as a rejuvenation potion. Another son of said family is seduced by the now younger witch and through a slow process killed after he returned to his family.

Whilst this is going on, the family gets increasingly tensed: the elder sister feels guilty for having lost the baby under her supervision, the father for having sold mom's golden cup for badly needed hunting gear, the mom is upset for the loss of her golden cup because of emotional value, the remaining two young kids build up a mistrust against their elder sister. And the ailing and dying son doesn't make things easier either; The family falls apart, they end up dead and the elder sister gets lured into becoming a witch herself by Satan.

Their black pet goat was Satan all along and oversaw the demise of a good Christian family from nearby.

That's the story. You'd think that the influence of the witch destabilized their family, and of course such is partially the case, but this was weakly implemented. This family could have easily been destabilized by events far less mystical. The introduction of a witch was arbitrary catalyst to the story. You'll only see three short shots with a witch so the movie barely lives up to its title.

A lot of people like jump-scares, but this is thankfully not that kind of a movie (I despise that cheap technique). Nor is it a slasher though what happened to the baby leaves little to your imagination. Instead it was a slowly developing story towards the climax. That's the keyword here, slow.

Technically it's all fine, though I heard some complaints about the music or sound. My only complaint is the sound at the very end where the witches were chanting together; The sound was too post-processed, making it sound as if the microphone was too close to them. Acting and whatnot was fine too.

We have another movie with great, but unused potential. My main complaint, to conclude, is that it was a family drama which had a few witches in it to keep your attention. I gave it a 4/10 because it needs two more notches to make it into anything but a slow paced drama.… Expand
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DausenMooreDec 7, 2020
The Witch is very well made, it's well-acted and generally good in just about every way but honestly, I'm not a fan. The "plot" is kinda weak in my opinion and when it ended I just sat there disappointed. You're basically just watching badThe Witch is very well made, it's well-acted and generally good in just about every way but honestly, I'm not a fan. The "plot" is kinda weak in my opinion and when it ended I just sat there disappointed. You're basically just watching bad things happen to a good family, an interesting thing happens near the end, and then it's over.… Expand
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okc_rockerNov 7, 2020
In my top 5 horror movies of all time. This movie makes you feel the dread. Perfectly done. Tuck yourself under a blanket, turn the lights off and the volume up. Experience of a lifetime. I've watched it 6 times and plan to watch it many more.
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sterle2009Oct 30, 2020
It was a meh movie. Not really scary. A moderately interesting watch but that's about all
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zNeverSleepingOct 26, 2020
"Corruption, thou art my father!"

The Witch é um filme atmosférico, com uma excelente direção de arte, fotografia e figurino. A mixagem de sim funciona bem nos momentos de tensão, sabendo como aumentar os sons gradativamente até o ápice. Os"Corruption, thou art my father!"

The Witch é um filme atmosférico, com uma excelente direção de arte, fotografia e figurino. A mixagem de sim funciona bem nos momentos de tensão, sabendo como aumentar os sons gradativamente até o ápice. Os sons binaurais também funcionam bem.

O elenco entrega o que é necessário. É difícil destacar, visto que toda família está bem, mas meus favoritos foram Anya Taylor-Joy e Ralph Ineson.

A tensão é construída desde a primeira cena. A caracterização da família e da floresta ajuda muito a causar uma sensação incomoda. E falando em caracterização, o trabalho da produção como um todo está excelente, visto que o conceito de bruxa foi muito bem explorado aqui, mas de uma forma introvertida. Basicamente, eles trabalham em ditados e lendas populares, o que não é uma tarefa fácil. As cenas mais pesadas da obra funcionaram bastante comigo, exceto o final. Acredito que o filme queria me passar uma sensação mais impactante, mas ainda assim não foi o suficiente. Talvez o longa exigisse que houvesse uma fobia para que o final funcionasse mais como algo "impactante".

Audio: English, with Portuguese subtitles. Zenfone Earphones [5.1]
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mbeckfordOct 18, 2020
A creepy and captivating look into puritan life in the 1600's and then a witch in the woods turns everything upside down in less than 10 minutes into the film.
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imthenoobOct 14, 2020
This movie is not for everyone. I'm gonna make that clear from the jump. It can be slow at times, It can be very uninteresting at times. That doesn't stop it from being a good movie though. It looks stunning, It fits the period the movieThis movie is not for everyone. I'm gonna make that clear from the jump. It can be slow at times, It can be very uninteresting at times. That doesn't stop it from being a good movie though. It looks stunning, It fits the period the movie takes place in. It's very much a slow burn and if you can make it to the end, It's worth the wait.… Expand
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JLauSep 23, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Bad things happen to a family who've left a colony over religious differences so they think their eldest child is a witch but really, a devil-ish goat is responsible and once the family are dead, the girl then becomes a witch.… Expand
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akshatmahajanAug 30, 2020
I watched this film after watching same director's other movie "The Lighthouse". This film was nothing but a slow family drama questioning their belief in God and descending into madness.
Talking of acting, it was not upto the mark but youI watched this film after watching same director's other movie "The Lighthouse". This film was nothing but a slow family drama questioning their belief in God and descending into madness.
Talking of acting, it was not upto the mark but you spend the movie waiting for a big finale which does not happen. The story was simple, nothing special. Overall, would say that it will be better for you to watch same director's other work "The Lighthouse" which was much better than this.… Expand
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mcblancaflorJul 8, 2020
It didn’t have the jump scares that a general viewer might be looking for in a horror film but this is definitely a horror film at its core. Eggers captured a puritan family from 1630s New England with the use of natural lighting andIt didn’t have the jump scares that a general viewer might be looking for in a horror film but this is definitely a horror film at its core. Eggers captured a puritan family from 1630s New England with the use of natural lighting and candlelight coupled with archaic vocabulary. I’m really glad they opted for natural light and dull-colored clothing which added to the eeriness of the woods. The acting was also phenomenal (the scene of Anya Taylor-Joy and Ralph Ineson was just beautiful) and the score just leads you through the frightening shots. It just really felt authentic and I believe that is what Eggers was trying to achieve for this film, authenticity despite the folkloric idea of a witch.

I loved how Eggers builds up the looming chaos that is about to happen within the family. When the chaos ensued, that is when the horror sets in. The isolation, together with the witch’s endeavor, drove the family to be rattled and deranged. Unfortunately, the very faith which they hold on for safety has blinded them and led them to act beyond reason, even beyond family. 

A great film that dissects the horrors of isolation and piousness.… Expand
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DouglasspompeuJun 11, 2020
The Witch gives us a good start, but never comes to surprise or makes us feel that it's something great. The production design and cinematography are gorgeous; but that does not take it any level up.
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EpicSurvivorJun 2, 2020
This movie is straight trash and I love all kinds of horror films. But this movie is straight dumpster juice. Glad is only 1 and a half hours long. No clue how it gets so many positive reviews. Boring as hell, no plot, no depth, no story, itsThis movie is straight trash and I love all kinds of horror films. But this movie is straight dumpster juice. Glad is only 1 and a half hours long. No clue how it gets so many positive reviews. Boring as hell, no plot, no depth, no story, its super lame.… Expand
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KeyserSoze94Jun 1, 2020
È un film che da solo ha restituito linfa vitale ad un intero genere, ha fatto tornare gli amanti del genere a sognare, che altro dire, ad avercelo altri registi come Eggers.
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LegitSaltFeb 25, 2020
Touted by some critics as the best horror film of the decade (I disagree, Robert Eggers’ debut film manages to accomplish exactly what it seeks to do, i.e. be a Puritan period piece and horror film. This is the second, and (spoilers) not theTouted by some critics as the best horror film of the decade (I disagree, Robert Eggers’ debut film manages to accomplish exactly what it seeks to do, i.e. be a Puritan period piece and horror film. This is the second, and (spoilers) not the last film on the list from A24, certainly a testament to the quality of their films, although not everything they have a hand in turns out great. Throughout The Witch and later in The Lighthouse Eggers establishes his unrivalled talent at building atmosphere. For this film, Eggers manages to use less to create more: the sparse dialogue, the sporadic yet well-crafted small set pieces, and the colour grading all come together to create a believably Puritanical world within the film. When it comes to acting, the children and adults all provide believable performances but my favourite, and I am biased in this regard, is that of Anya Taylor-Joy. Her performance and how it changes throughout her character arc helped sell the movie’s atmosphere. The Witch succeeds where many other films have failed, The Witch presents its audience with the occult, a historically murky world, and manages to create a work that explores not only the stigmas of the past but also of today.… Expand
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LeoprechaunMar 28, 2020
Esse filme é uma obra prima do que estão chamando de pós horror, tecnicamente o filme é maravilhoso, mas é a história que mais brilha.
E relação familiar, o mal espreitando sua rotina, e a subjetividade do roteiro, deixando pontos chave àEsse filme é uma obra prima do que estão chamando de pós horror, tecnicamente o filme é maravilhoso, mas é a história que mais brilha.
E relação familiar, o mal espreitando sua rotina, e a subjetividade do roteiro, deixando pontos chave à interpretação do expectador são impagáveis, criando uma experiência singular.… Expand
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MilitiaRobboJan 17, 2020
I'm pretty hard to please, I find most horrors pretty pathetic and I'm extremely hard to creep out, but The Witch was great, it didn't quite creep me out but it was very eerie.. Only thing that comes close to creeping me out as much have beenI'm pretty hard to please, I find most horrors pretty pathetic and I'm extremely hard to creep out, but The Witch was great, it didn't quite creep me out but it was very eerie.. Only thing that comes close to creeping me out as much have been Exorcist, The Wailing, Hereditary and The Ring.… Expand
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DeanomiteJan 9, 2020
It is hard to put a finger on what makes this so good, maybe it is the natural lighting or the use of actual lore, period specific language helps-like Shakespeare but intelligible, that's what made the Wire so good-they spoke their ownIt is hard to put a finger on what makes this so good, maybe it is the natural lighting or the use of actual lore, period specific language helps-like Shakespeare but intelligible, that's what made the Wire so good-they spoke their own language and you have to translate internally . It feels like a Bergman film in the best possible way. Great directors have actors they gravitate towards, I have seen Ana Taylor Joy in other movies but never as effective as she is in this, these two need to work together more.… Expand
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samgaddis10Nov 18, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. #SPOILERALLERTTTTTTT THIS MOVIE SUCKS DONT WASTE 5 MINS OF YOUR TIME!!!!!!!!!… Expand
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HorrorseekerAug 28, 2019
An unconventional boring mess with very slowly pacing poor script and direction that should and is very forgotten Horror film
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MahmusAug 22, 2019
Geniunely scary. Great atmosphere and excellent performances. A slow burn nightmare.
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paulhuntertenorJul 21, 2019
The Witch caught me out of left field, from the clichéd and forgettable title to its invisible reception upon initial release. Fortunately, a streaming service played the trailer for me after I finished another movie, and at a mere 92 minuteThe Witch caught me out of left field, from the clichéd and forgettable title to its invisible reception upon initial release. Fortunately, a streaming service played the trailer for me after I finished another movie, and at a mere 92 minute runtime, I gave it a shot. This film hits it home as a good-ol'-fashioned scary movie, with clear artistic vision and a refreshing creative integrity. I love the bleak, underused setting of colonial New England, and the King James-y dialogue is surprisingly tolerable. The Witch, like many good horror movies, plays to our collective human fears and embellishes them with all the right supernatural spooks. The filial bickering, claustrophobia, and impending dread drag the viewer along by her ear to the chilling and abrupt end. One of the main strengths of this movie is that nothing gets overdone, yet this leads me to my one missing star-I wanted to see just a bit more! This film pays homage to the time-tested aspects of good horror, doesn't rely on visuals, and still delivers a fresh story. Two Puritan thumbs up!… Expand
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lkvndflnfdlnJun 17, 2019
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amheretojudgeMay 20, 2019
Robert pitches the idea to Anya and Anya, well.. brings the dead alive.

The VVithch: A New-England Folktale Eggers respects the rituals and in return the rituals him. By the time you are done with the film, you ought to have some faith inRobert pitches the idea to Anya and Anya, well.. brings the dead alive.

The VVithch: A New-England Folktale

Eggers respects the rituals and in return the rituals him. By the time you are done with the film, you ought to have some faith in these folks. The writer and director Robert Eggers having confessed that it is adapted after going through tons of tales and rumors and history of such themes, he has narrowed it down to a gripping family drama. Yes, a family drama. It may resemble with Nicholas Hytner's The Crucible, but before that it is about a family trying to get over from the past and heal themselves from the wounds rather than reminisce about it.

But when something so powerful and unknown casts his or her eye on the weak, there is very little time to fight back. And the family struggling with the outer threat, Eggers takes us through all the perspective, decisions and attempts they pull off to survive in this mayhem. That very middle act, is the best part of the film. You feel claustrophobic as the loved ones turns against each other and enraged when your host is put on trial.

Pointing fingers at each other, blaming at each other, we, as an audience, are also kept under the curtains, which not only teases our brains but our emotions too as we wish it to not go the way, that we have always feared, up till then. And Anya Taylor Joy at the centre of this family crisis, is giving her best as the character and actor, embracing the evil side of her and succumbing to the softer absorbing aspect, she spices up this formula, a long before it grasps a proper pace. The VVitch: A New England Folktale is English, is new, is Witch-y, is horrifying, promising and spectacularly painted with gore visuals that are definitely not for weak hearts.… Expand
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AlexKallinskyFeb 26, 2019
A compelling slow burn about a family delving deeply into the evolution over paranoia after a baby is kidnapped by a witch living in the woods. It uses real tension instead of jumpscares, and Eggers creates an atmosphere so palpable you canA compelling slow burn about a family delving deeply into the evolution over paranoia after a baby is kidnapped by a witch living in the woods. It uses real tension instead of jumpscares, and Eggers creates an atmosphere so palpable you can almost taste it.… Expand
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I_loveJan 3, 2019
I appreciate what it tried to do, I like the color, the score, some times the acting, but the jumpscares were bad, it was so boring I fell asleep, and I don't fall asleep in any movie. Also the movie felt too much like it was trying to beI appreciate what it tried to do, I like the color, the score, some times the acting, but the jumpscares were bad, it was so boring I fell asleep, and I don't fall asleep in any movie. Also the movie felt too much like it was trying to be scary. I think if it was someone else working on the project to hehe it would've been better… Expand
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Compi24Oct 15, 2018
Definitely not a slam-bang, traditional horror movie in any sense. And that's okay. There's enough in this slow burn of a chiller to keep me in my seat for an eventually rousing climax. However, it's acts I and II where the proverbial men areDefinitely not a slam-bang, traditional horror movie in any sense. And that's okay. There's enough in this slow burn of a chiller to keep me in my seat for an eventually rousing climax. However, it's acts I and II where the proverbial men are separated from the proverbial boys. This is a trying, challenging movie that's constantly working against the audience's better understandings of horror movie convention. And I applaud director Robert Eggers for the effort. Overall, though, I just wasn't as entertained or as intrigued as I thought I would be. It is a marvelous looking movie, though.… Expand
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lavafishswimsOct 6, 2018
Boring and incredibly predictable, wasn't worth my time and kept checking to see how much longer until it ended. Others seem to like it though, so maybe you will to. This was just my personal experience with it and I love horror.Boring and incredibly predictable, wasn't worth my time and kept checking to see how much longer until it ended. Others seem to like it though, so maybe you will to. This was just my personal experience with it and I love horror. Psychological horror is my favorite.

Acting and cinematography were both good. That's where the movie earns points.… Expand
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PanchogulOct 5, 2018
Avanza a paso lento, pero seguro, tiene un desarrollo fantástico, actuaciones magistrales que rayan en lo perfecto, ambientación y vestuario sin igual, de las mejores del género del último tiempo ✌.
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92rossSep 22, 2018
Not scary at all and quite boring really. How this can even be deemed to be a horror is laughable.
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GrantD243Sep 10, 2018
The Good: - Doesn't rely on jump scares, but instead just casually crawls inside of you and lays an egg of creepiness. - Doesn't hold back. A lot of horror movies will cut away during some of the more questionable scenes. The Witch showsThe Good: - Doesn't rely on jump scares, but instead just casually crawls inside of you and lays an egg of creepiness. - Doesn't hold back. A lot of horror movies will cut away during some of the more questionable scenes. The Witch shows pretty much everything. - This actually works as a period piece (apart from the part where there's a witch in the woods) as well, since the characters actually talk like they did back then. - It may be a slow burn, but the final 30 minutes or so make it all worth it.

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- I wish we got to see more of the Witch. - None of the characters are particularly likable, and because of this I wasn't really worried about them when stuff starts to go wrong.… Expand
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alejandro970Jun 30, 2018
Horror experience sited in a age shrouded by fanatism, supertition, paranoia and fear to the Lord. The minimalist atmosphere and the score does enough for cause shivering. The final act is for humming songs of Black Sabbath.
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DavidNotDave27Jun 21, 2018
This is what horror is suppose to be. It is suppose to upset you on a deep level. It is suppose to unnerve you. No jumpscares or bland gore. This is a true horror film.
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brohugFeb 21, 2016
Come for the horror, stay for the history. A Puritan Panic Room, the film opens with a family banished from the protections afforded by a New England colony, presumably for whatever crazy-ass rumors were leveled against the prideful patriarchCome for the horror, stay for the history. A Puritan Panic Room, the film opens with a family banished from the protections afforded by a New England colony, presumably for whatever crazy-ass rumors were leveled against the prideful patriarch William. The young family reboot their pious pioneering efforts on a new tract of land, but they have some company deep in the gnarly, tangled woods by their new farm.

It's an interesting premise that seems like it should have been mined long ago: Indulge the viewer in the notion that there was something supernatural behind some of the witch trials back then. A good part of the film looks and feels like it could be a new adaptation of The Crucible. The drab clothing, the spartan furnishings, the farm construction all look authentic in studious detail.

The Witch largely avoids the tropes of modern horror cinema and jolts are kept to a minimum. The suspense plays out methodically almost to a fault. This movie may one day be shown in college History classes rather than Film Studies.… Expand
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benskylerhillMay 30, 2018
It’s a shame that many films today just aren’t marketed the way they ought to be. The Witch has been lambasted by audiences for its sluggish pace and lack of pulse-pounding scares, but these people just don’t understand that it’s not supposedIt’s a shame that many films today just aren’t marketed the way they ought to be. The Witch has been lambasted by audiences for its sluggish pace and lack of pulse-pounding scares, but these people just don’t understand that it’s not supposed to be a straight-up startle-fest horror movie. The Witch is a slow-burning, eerily disturbing period-piece psychological thriller, and it’s brilliant. It really got under my skin.

This is Robert Eggers’ directorial debut and his screenplay and direction style are beyond impressive. The dialogue is true to the 17th century setting and it builds a very convincing family dynamic between the characters that makes the tragedy that unfolds throughout the story so much more heartbreaking and distressing. The musical score is phenomenal, providing music only when necessary and it always comes in at just the right moments to add weight to the story’s darkest moments.

The way the film is shot is mostly spectacular, with each frame boasting vibrant colours and smooth camerawork that sets up the proper tone and tension of the scene being captured. However, there are some scenes in which a conflict happens where the editing makes it difficult to know what’s going on, and that took me out of what should have been the most intense parts of the story.

The story is one that’s ambiguous and thought-provoking. There are many questions that are left completely unanswered at the end of the film, and that’s how it’s supposed to be. If that bothers you, this movie isn’t for you. Some of the loose ends bothered me, others didn’t. But regardless, the uncertainty is what makes The Witch so unsettling. I’m glad that Eggers trusts his audience enough to let them figure the story out on their own. The Witch is an ambitious film, and it packs a lot into its 90 minutes. It’s an intelligent commentary on hopelessness and family while also being a very creepy supernatural thriller, and it’s one that still has a hold on my mind.

Story: 8
Acting: 8.5
Script: 9
Visuals/Sound: 8
Entertainment Value: 9

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FalaaxApr 23, 2018
This film succeeds to put a dark and tense atmosphere right from the beginning till the last seconds. However it is really slow paced and it kind of lost me sometimes. I'd still recommend it though.
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davd123Feb 25, 2018
How I could slept on this movie? I knew about this movie existence back in 2016 but the trailer didn't hooked me. But I really do enjoy stories about witches so I thought I will give it a try. And I definitely didn't regret it. It wasHow I could slept on this movie? I knew about this movie existence back in 2016 but the trailer didn't hooked me. But I really do enjoy stories about witches so I thought I will give it a try. And I definitely didn't regret it. It was beautiful it felt so realistic and true. Love this movie.… Expand
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drone41Feb 9, 2018
Maybe one of the best horror movies i've ever seen. Good actors, and really nice directing and atmosphere in whole movie.
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WolfstarkingJan 29, 2018
The state of horror films today is a tricky one, horror is such an unstable genre due to the fact that the industry hasn't treated it with respect for quite a while. This doesn't mean there are no great horror films coming out today in factThe state of horror films today is a tricky one, horror is such an unstable genre due to the fact that the industry hasn't treated it with respect for quite a while. This doesn't mean there are no great horror films coming out today in fact there are but not as many as every fan would want to be or not as many as we need. Last year David Robert Mitchell's film "It Follows" was the most interesting and the most well accomplished horror film of the year due to how the director was able to treat the genre with respect and tell a story with such a tense atmosphere although not quite the masterpiece people made it out to be it was a breath of fresh air. This year after winning last year's Sundance award for best director newcomer Robert Eggers brings us quite possibly the horror film of the year "The Witch" (A New England Folk Take) and it brings new and interesting things to the table and it will also be quite divisive.
"The Witch" set on the 17th century centers around a 1630s Massachusetts family who are cast out from the rest of their Puritan community and forced to fend for themselves. When a supernatural force, emanating from the nearby woods, brings tragedy, the family starts to look at their oldest daughter (Anya Taylor-Joy) with suspicion, delusion and fear later starts to break loose.

This is not a typical and generic horror film in fact there's much much more to it than it might seem on the surface. Puritanism is a subject that I've personally been interested for a quite some time and this is exactly the theme that surrounds the whole film. It's interesting to watch the past of our own countries and civilizations and see how their traditions, morals and fear of the unknown still surrounds us to this day and age and it doesn't let go. It's interesting to see how the theme of witchcraft is displayed and represented in here because instead of being a subject to cheaply scare us it rather invites us to be more critical about it, to observe it and to analyze it specially how the prejudice towards women and the suspicion of witchcraft was always involved around women in the era; Eggers draws a parallelism between 17th century era and modern era about the treatment and misjudgment of women around a patriarchal society and puritanism.

Eggers treats the supernaturally rather seriously and embraces it as a reality that can be viewed around us due to how it portrays the huge role of religion which still heavily exists in our society, the fear of god, demons and witchcraft. This is a huge reality in the minds of these people and despite everything being real or just a delusion it is a very tangible presence around them and it is an unconscious presence still today.
The most impressive thing about "The Witch" is Robert Eggers incredible direction it's very evident how well researched everything was starting by the well realized setting and the english language which feels Shakespearean at times to the incredible performances which by the way are some of the best children performances I've ever seen on the screen.
"The Witch" is a well done film and it is one I very much appreciate due to how puts out something different in the horror genre something real and something that definitely speaks about something rather than just being an cheap cheesy jump scare fest and this is the part in which I'm sure many audience members will have a problem with because it's quite honestly not that. The film goes to a very slow moving first act to an inducing second act to an excellent final third act with an ending which I really appreciated. Robert Eggers is a director I will gladly follow and I'm very excited to see what he does next. "The Witch" is not just a good horror film, it's a great film.… Expand
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luke100Jan 9, 2018
I wish I didn't expect a horror going into this movie. It's a stunningly made period movie, with incredible attention to detail, language and acting. Consistently keeps you engaged in the family dynamics and is overall thrilling to watch.I wish I didn't expect a horror going into this movie. It's a stunningly made period movie, with incredible attention to detail, language and acting. Consistently keeps you engaged in the family dynamics and is overall thrilling to watch. Buuuuut it's not scary at all.… Expand
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AndreS1974Jan 8, 2018
It has the time of the best horror films, slow and precise. The witchcraft portrayed doen't escape of the comon place, but how exact it is, this exactness making a true classic.
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andresousajrJan 2, 2018
One of the best movies i ever seen on theaters. The actors make the story very intense.
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kcoadyDec 15, 2017
With painstaking attention to historical detail and a superb cast, this small budget film seeds tension palpable long after viewing this dark beauty. Forgoing cheap jump scares and overplayed modern horror tropes in favor of atmosphericWith painstaking attention to historical detail and a superb cast, this small budget film seeds tension palpable long after viewing this dark beauty. Forgoing cheap jump scares and overplayed modern horror tropes in favor of atmospheric dread, Director Robert Eggers should be the future of quality horror.… Expand
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WhiskeyStoriesDec 9, 2017
The Witch is the best horror film in decades. The setting and atmosphere is immensely grim and dour, it makes the film heavy and tense, though it's not the most exciting horror of the year it really crawles under your skin (I can't stopThe Witch is the best horror film in decades. The setting and atmosphere is immensely grim and dour, it makes the film heavy and tense, though it's not the most exciting horror of the year it really crawles under your skin (I can't stop thinking about the ending ever since I saw it). Also the performances are flawless, actually the whole film is flawless.… Expand
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ZekuDec 7, 2017
A masterpiece of the horror genre, one of those films that in ten decades will be considered a milestone in cinema.
Absolutely to watch and rewatch to understand how to direct horror movies.
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Sitheguy78Nov 3, 2017
A horrible film that doesn't go anywhere. If you are currently watching expecting something to happen then I'd find something else to watch.
Dull, unoriginal.
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Bugger217Sep 5, 2017
The Witch, put simply, is the best horror film of the decade so far, and one of the very best I've seen from any decade. It manages to be absolutely horrifying with minimal gore and almost no jump scares. Robert Eggers (in his directorialThe Witch, put simply, is the best horror film of the decade so far, and one of the very best I've seen from any decade. It manages to be absolutely horrifying with minimal gore and almost no jump scares. Robert Eggers (in his directorial debut, no less) expertly builds tension and atmosphere with lingering camerawork and a haunting musical score. It's fascinating to watch the mere possibility of a witch's presence tear a family apart. A haunting examination of human paranoia that has stuck with me ever since I saw it over a year ago.… Expand
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ablaise82Aug 24, 2017
A snooze fest with no deep hidden meaning to make the incredibly drawn out pacing worth it. The old time dialogue only brings out the confusion this movie brings to the table, and between that and the nearly pitch black scenes, many parts ofA snooze fest with no deep hidden meaning to make the incredibly drawn out pacing worth it. The old time dialogue only brings out the confusion this movie brings to the table, and between that and the nearly pitch black scenes, many parts of this movie will leave you flat out boggled. Some good cinematography, acting, and surprising moments save this movie from being bad, but ultimately this one is a bore.… Expand
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potatoman222Jul 21, 2017
O terror pode ser executado de diversas formas e em diversos contextos. No cinema mesmo, passamos inúmeras fases no terror. Atualmente, sofremos um grande desfalque no gênero, pois a maior parte dos filmes lançados utilizam de recursosO terror pode ser executado de diversas formas e em diversos contextos. No cinema mesmo, passamos inúmeras fases no terror. Atualmente, sofremos um grande desfalque no gênero, pois a maior parte dos filmes lançados utilizam de recursos datados e as vezes exageram da famigerada Fooundfurage. Entretanto, em meio a tantos filmes mediocres, The Witch é um alívio não somente para quem gosta de terror mas também para quem aprecia de cinema de qualidade.
Na nova inglaterra no século 17, uma família é expulsa de um vilarejo pelo crime de furto e então, resolvem viver isolados da civilização em uma pequena casa na floresta. Então, coisas estranhas começam a acontecer e abala completamente a estrutura familiar. A Bruxa trás consigo uma forte crítica ao fanatismo religioso. A personagem Katherine vivida por Kate Dickie é a mãe nesta família e seu fanatismo chega há um nível doentil em decorrência aos acontecimentos do longa. Anya Taylor-Joy, entretanto, é o destaque do filme. A atriz interpreta Thomasin, a mais velha dos cinco filhos e da um show de atuação entregando toda a delicadeza e ao mesmo tempo a força da personagem. As crianças aqui também são muito boas. Harvey Scrimshaw, que interpreta Caleb, tem um monólogo espetacular no filme, onde o jovem ator demonstra todo seu talento.
Diferente de outros filmes atuais do gênero, A Bruxa não utiliza de recursos como Jump Scare. No filme existem diversas cenas onde o telespectador espera pelo susto, porém ele nunca chega e isso aumenta a tenção que o filme cria. Ao invés de te assustar, o longa prefere transmitir a atmosfera do medo para quem o assiste. O filme cria toda uma tenção que prende o telespectador e o envolve na história. A bruxa em si, quase não é vista no filme e isso a torna uma ameaça ainda maior, pois nunca temos a dimensão de seus poderes. As poucas cenas onde ela se faz presentes tem um impacto maior, pois o diretor soube guardar sua aparição para usá-la no momento certo. A direção de Robert Eggers é esplêndida, o diretor sabe o que está fazendo aqui. Várias tomadas externas são feitas aproveitando a localidade do filme e ao mesmo tempo ambientando ele. Algumas cenas são estáticas seguidas apenas de diálogo, porém, percebemos que até mesmo as coisas mais simples do filme estão nos planos de Eggers que no fim das conta dos dá uma performance incrível com sua direção. A trilha sonora é outro ponto positivo do filme. Ela acompanha precisamente a direção e contribui para o ritmo do filme e ainda ajuda a montar a tenção desejada pelo diretor. A Bruxa pode ser considerado uma obra-prima do gênero. Com uma direção esplendida, roteiro perfeitamente amarrado e um ritmo frenético, o filme se consagra e consegue nos transmitir a verdadeira atmosfera do medo.… Expand
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Knux57Jul 1, 2017
Respectable acting, cinematography, and writing, but not much else. Anyone that says this movie is "terrifying" on any level is most likely a paid review. The movie wastes plenty of time giving you details about the family rather than tryingRespectable acting, cinematography, and writing, but not much else. Anyone that says this movie is "terrifying" on any level is most likely a paid review. The movie wastes plenty of time giving you details about the family rather than trying to scare you, although none of it feels like it was worth taking up 75% PERCENT of the movie's runtime. At best you could watch this movie as a mystery/drama. The fact that this movie is at all classified as horror is just asking for people to be disappointed.… Expand
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BITESCREENJun 21, 2017
Hurra, der Feuilleton hat den Horror neu entdeckt: Filme wie It follows oder Der Babadook hatten genug Tiefgang für Aufmerksamkeit auch abseits der oft unkritischen Gruselpresse. Heißt das etwa, Horrorfilme werden jetzt richtig gut? NichtHurra, der Feuilleton hat den Horror neu entdeckt: Filme wie It follows oder Der Babadook hatten genug Tiefgang für Aufmerksamkeit auch abseits der oft unkritischen Gruselpresse. Heißt das etwa, Horrorfilme werden jetzt richtig gut? Nicht zwangsläufig, wie The Witch beweist. Robert Eggers Debüt punktet zwar mit einem fantastisch authentischem Retro-Neu-England-Setting, intensivem Schauspiel und einer vielversprechend subtilen Okkult-Prämisse, hakt dafür aber an kritischer Stelle immens: Der minimalistische Plot um eine verstoßene Fanatikerfamilie, die im Wald mit dem Teufel ringt, sorgt zwar für Unmengen interessanter Bilder, aber so gut wie nie für echte Spannung. Schrille Streicher implizieren psychologischen Horror, wo keiner ist, während die alttestamentarischen Dialoge Christen wie Satanisten gleichsam nerven. Immerhin bietet der radikal religionskritische Unterton von The Witch genug Stoff für Diskussionen auch lange nach dem Kinogang.… Expand
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akino3May 29, 2017
The movie is set in a grim and dark atmosphere and it builds on that until the very end. After some minutes I couldn't help but ask google who the director is, because I liked the way the story was being displayed. The acting is great andThe movie is set in a grim and dark atmosphere and it builds on that until the very end. After some minutes I couldn't help but ask google who the director is, because I liked the way the story was being displayed. The acting is great and Anya Taylor Joy's face (oh man, what a beauty) is well worth the time it's been given. The witch, well, is worth to die for a kiss. Damn she IS EVIL HOT! Horror-wise, not so much of a success and that is the only downside. There were some scenes I laughed as well, but, if a sequel should happen, I would be more than happy to go through this again, 'cause overall it was great. Especially the ending made me very happy and joyful. Thanks Robert Eggers. I'm your follower.… Expand
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badgerryan19May 19, 2017
Very entertaining. Great acting, engaging story, stellar score. It does have some slower parts but the final act is fantastic. This is not for everyone, but it is a gem in horror movies today.
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cenobyte85Apr 6, 2017
A lot of people who didn't like this movie are getting criticism from those who did enjoy it. I'm a movie buff and I like the occasional indie film as well, but this movie was just plain bad. I know what suspenseful buildup is and I know whatA lot of people who didn't like this movie are getting criticism from those who did enjoy it. I'm a movie buff and I like the occasional indie film as well, but this movie was just plain bad. I know what suspenseful buildup is and I know what intentional slow burn is. I wasn't expecting a jump scare gory blood bath horror flick. I knew what type of movie I was getting myself into. That said, this movie was still dreadfully boring and had very little payoff. It barely had anything enticing about it except for the final 10 minutes, although even that was quite predictable. It was a historically accurate period piece sure, but was it entertaining horror? No. If you want to "live deliciously" just youtube the ending. It's really about the only thing this bore fest has going for it.… Expand
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SeaofMar 25, 2017
Don't waste your time on this one. All the good reviews are complete bafoons. The Witch is one of the worst movies i have ever seen, made worse by the fact that most people say its a must watch. Kinda getting your hopes up for a chillingDon't waste your time on this one. All the good reviews are complete bafoons. The Witch is one of the worst movies i have ever seen, made worse by the fact that most people say its a must watch. Kinda getting your hopes up for a chilling horror/mystery movie, but it's none of those thing. Movie is just one boring scene leading in to another boring scene. Well, except for that one really disturbing scene that everyone is saying made them uncomfortable. And it does, im not gonna lie, but so would filming a roadkill squirrel for ten minutes while maggots its its intestants(that's not in the movie btw). In all this movie is a bland period piece that had some intresting elements, but wasted everything on boring dialogue and story. It has nice cinematograpy though, not that it pulls this movie out of the gutter. 2/10… Expand
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arrivistMar 11, 2017
Firstly, how great to see a film with a bit of originality, rather than the usual splurge of remakes, sequels and toy adaptations. Certain critics who have cited this film as a 'masterpiece' cannot be particularly well-versed in film, norFirstly, how great to see a film with a bit of originality, rather than the usual splurge of remakes, sequels and toy adaptations. Certain critics who have cited this film as a 'masterpiece' cannot be particularly well-versed in film, nor posses a refined palate; nevertheless kudos to the film-makers who have created a mostly watchable film on a budget of £3m within a 25-day shoot. The film is simplistic and well paced, with an interesting plot which is fairly engaging. Minus the two youngest cast members (who were surprisingly convincing); the direction given to rest of the cast is dreadful, as is much of the editing. The accents change every 5 minutes. Anya Taylor-Joy gives a promising debut performance (particularly from behind), as does the goat. There are a handful of tense, memorable and frightening short-sequences featuring the title character, but the delivery of dialogue and lack of character development soon take you back out of the film.

There is the occasional and impressive use of tableau; reminiscent of 17th Dutch paintings or even Van Gogh's The Potato Eaters, albeit (and disappointingly) shot on a digital camera, which given the budget is understandable. I guessed the director was in his late-twenties within the 1st half-hour of the film, judging by overall the lack of depth. That aside, it is worth persevering until the end; past the clunky line delivery, plot-holes and rushed narrative – as The VVitch merits the effort.… Expand
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TheWaffleFeb 26, 2017
This is what a horror film would look like if the Puritans had horror films back in the 1600s, and it really hits the mark. The film understands atmosphere and allows scenes to breathe. The director somehow coaxed very strong performancesThis is what a horror film would look like if the Puritans had horror films back in the 1600s, and it really hits the mark. The film understands atmosphere and allows scenes to breathe. The director somehow coaxed very strong performances from not one, but four child actors. While many modern horror films try to raise the stakes with snotty teenagers discussing hell, in this film hell feels like a real and terrifying prospect to the pious characters. The Witch is a bold risk and it's worth a watch.… Expand
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nathazioFeb 23, 2017
Visually stunning, superbly acted and unforgettable cinematography makes the witch a highly deserving horror as Anya Taylor-Joy shines and puts on a untouchable performance and is strongly supported by her co-stars Kate Dickie,HarveyVisually stunning, superbly acted and unforgettable cinematography makes the witch a highly deserving horror as Anya Taylor-Joy shines and puts on a untouchable performance and is strongly supported by her co-stars Kate Dickie,Harvey Scrimshaw and finally Ralph Ineson from start to finish your mind will be thrilled and shocked by Robert Eggers standout directorial debut… Expand
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SilentHightimesFeb 21, 2017
Simple,boring,nonsense.The Vvitch was just plain bad. I had fell to sleep on 3 occasions umtil i finished it, towards the end i thought I was going to actually see some nice **** but even that didnt happpen, **** this movie.
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Raedeck1Dec 29, 2016
One of the best films of psychological terror and suspense. In spite of being of low budget manages to stand out of the present commercial films of the current horror films. A true cinephile will appreciate this cinematographic jewel, hisOne of the best films of psychological terror and suspense. In spite of being of low budget manages to stand out of the present commercial films of the current horror films. A true cinephile will appreciate this cinematographic jewel, his perfect photography and excellent soundtrack.… Expand
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sanyrubDec 29, 2016
One of the best horror-mistery films of the year. It breaths rawness and a different type of story for the genre. The performances are good and at times it makes you feel scared or "uncomfortable" at the very least. The final revelation ofOne of the best horror-mistery films of the year. It breaths rawness and a different type of story for the genre. The performances are good and at times it makes you feel scared or "uncomfortable" at the very least. The final revelation of what was going on is a good pay-off. Special mention to the cinamatography, perfectly in sync with the story they want to tell. A must see for the genre lovers.… Expand
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Jack97Dec 22, 2016
Horror junkies looking for a scary experience (in the fun way) will be disappointed. But if you're up for a compelling, brilliantly acted, amazingly filmed family drama that happens to have a supernatural element - this is the film for you.
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SenorSantoneDec 21, 2016
Waste of time. How this movie is getting good reviews/ratings is BEYOND me. Barely any suspense, ZERO jump scares, and it's basically just one long cliffhanger. The actors were great, but the script was soooo boring. M. Night ShyamalanWaste of time. How this movie is getting good reviews/ratings is BEYOND me. Barely any suspense, ZERO jump scares, and it's basically just one long cliffhanger. The actors were great, but the script was soooo boring. M. Night Shyamalan status. This movie sucked ass and I'm pissed that I watched it.… Expand
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ScarlettMiNov 24, 2016
There are a lot of elements here that work towards making The VVitch deeply unsettling: The isolation and emptiness of the setting. The slight wrongness of the animals and the woods. The fantastic performances and dialog that feels likeThere are a lot of elements here that work towards making The VVitch deeply unsettling: The isolation and emptiness of the setting. The slight wrongness of the animals and the woods. The fantastic performances and dialog that feels like they're out of another time. I'm incredibly impressed that this was Robert Eggers' first feature film. He really creates an intense sense of dread and foreboding that lingers over the whole movie.

The movie didn't just work on the one level, however, and when it wasn't being an unsettling horror film, it was an engaging historical drama and a disturbing psychological thriller. This wasn't a movie that relied on simply scaring the audience with some jumps (or if it did, I've since forgotten them). Eggers let a long shot of a still wood or a close up of a goat worm its way into the audience's minds to create a lasting impression.… Expand
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longjetty7Oct 31, 2016
The Witch is one of those movies that makes pretentious movie critics **** their pants, but leaves everyone else confused as to why this is categorized as horror at all. If you watch this movie without expecting to be scared at all, thenThe Witch is one of those movies that makes pretentious movie critics **** their pants, but leaves everyone else confused as to why this is categorized as horror at all. If you watch this movie without expecting to be scared at all, then maybe it will be more enjoyable. To be fair, there are a lot of good things this movie has going for it. The acting is great, the imagery is bleak and creepy, and parts of the plot are somewhat interesting. That being said, this is also an incredibly frustrating movie because it moves along so slowly and builds up all this tension with very little payoff. If you like suspenseful movies or historical pieces, then you might enjoy this, but if you're looking for a good horror movie, The Witch comes nowhere close.… Expand
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ComeAgainOct 23, 2016
Watched this movie with a couple of friends and had the WTF look at the start of the credits. Horror? Non-existent. Not even thrilling. Just plain boring. The movie starts off slow and ends with the complete opposite of a bang. Any positiveWatched this movie with a couple of friends and had the WTF look at the start of the credits. Horror? Non-existent. Not even thrilling. Just plain boring. The movie starts off slow and ends with the complete opposite of a bang. Any positive reviews should be ignored.… Expand
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The1EditorOct 6, 2016
I want my 90 minutes back. Worst movie I've suffered through in the last decade, at least. Filmed in such low light virtually nothing was visible. Absolutely no plot; no continuity of story (no story) and zero intelligence required toI want my 90 minutes back. Worst movie I've suffered through in the last decade, at least. Filmed in such low light virtually nothing was visible. Absolutely no plot; no continuity of story (no story) and zero intelligence required to watch it. Sadly, I'm now proof of that. IF you feel the need to watch this, wait for it to be free on a low grade movie channel. Frankly though, even 'free' is too high a price to pay. I can't find anything nice to say and wouldn't be saying anything at all if I didn't truly want to save prospective viewers from wasting their time.… Expand
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JDSCigano666Oct 6, 2016
If this is to be considered a 'horror' movie then it's possibly the standout entry of that genre in the last six years at least. There are certain scenes that may well haunt your dreams for a few nights if you get creeped out by movies, butIf this is to be considered a 'horror' movie then it's possibly the standout entry of that genre in the last six years at least. There are certain scenes that may well haunt your dreams for a few nights if you get creeped out by movies, but it's more of an atmospheric picture overall.

Without spoiling anything the ending really knocked this one out of the park; it was flawless and thought provoking.… Expand
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bfoore90Oct 5, 2016
You can't deny that this film is incredibly well made and I can understand why this film garnered such critical acclaim but at the end of the day, I was left somewhat disappointed by this movie. While It's obvious that the cast (especiallyYou can't deny that this film is incredibly well made and I can understand why this film garnered such critical acclaim but at the end of the day, I was left somewhat disappointed by this movie. While It's obvious that the cast (especially Anya Taylor-Joy) and all involved made a true effort to recreate the detail of the time period as I didn't have a problem with the acting, costumes or the sets. This movie was billed as something along the "scariest movie in decades" or something along those lines and it failed to deliver on what was to be its top selling point. I can sense the atmosphere in the film as it feels creepy and at times, thought provoking and visceral thanks to great cinematography, imagery and music but creepy is by no means the same as scary. Can you say that it tried to be scary? Sure it tried its damnedest but at the end, the movie felt nothing more than tame in regards to being scary… Expand
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MNRGMOct 4, 2016
I really can't see why this movie is being hyped. Dull story, unprogressive in my opinion. The only reason I kept watching was to see some witch-work. But it even fell short on that. A rather disappointing evening. The setting was nice, though!
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PoonisharSep 26, 2016
Superb and welcome original story telling for a horror film in the here and now of today where there is too much rubbish. Supreme directing creating a very tense and paranoid experience and also very haunting. I loved it, best horror film ISuperb and welcome original story telling for a horror film in the here and now of today where there is too much rubbish. Supreme directing creating a very tense and paranoid experience and also very haunting. I loved it, best horror film I saw this year.… Expand
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UrbanlistenerSep 16, 2016
Great slow burn horror movie, a refreshing artistic movie that takes it time to build the tension, the atmosphere and the characters to bring you earned and genuine fear. The cinematography and the music are also exceptional as well as theGreat slow burn horror movie, a refreshing artistic movie that takes it time to build the tension, the atmosphere and the characters to bring you earned and genuine fear. The cinematography and the music are also exceptional as well as the message it develops throughout the movie.… Expand
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TheQuietGamerSep 4, 2016
A family turned against itself. Set upon by an evil in the woods as well as in their very own home. The Witch is very much a parable of human cruelty. How simple ignorance and fear can bring out people's worst qualities. It also stands as aA family turned against itself. Set upon by an evil in the woods as well as in their very own home. The Witch is very much a parable of human cruelty. How simple ignorance and fear can bring out people's worst qualities. It also stands as a stunning recreation of a past era.

From the way the dialog is written to the attention to detail in the costumes and setting, the colonial era has been masterfully brought to life onscreen. The acting is perfect and the story is bleak and moody. An excellent soundtrack sets the tone. The beautiful way the movie is shot and handled make it part art film. The plot touches on themes like religious intolerance and the potential danger religion could have on the weak minded.

It captures the effects a constant struggle to control one's "sinful nature" can have on a person's sanity. One of the movie's biggest aspects is the time period it's set in. It's depiction of the people of that era's struggle to constantly subdue themselves and their incredible fear that simply slipping up in some way would lead God to cast them into hell is powerful.

Yet, for all it's themes and messages this horror movie has one key flaw that almost sinks the whole thing; it's just not scary. Dark and affecting, yes, just not scary. I get that the real horror comes from the undertones as opposed to what is on the surface, and it certainly is a grim affair, but never once no matter how I looked under the surface of the events was I faced with any sense of fear. A darn shame for a horror film that succeeds so well in just about every other aspect.

The Witch is still worth watching though. Perhaps not for those looking for big thrills and chills like you would see in horror films like Sinister or the Insidious series as this is a remarkably slow and silent film by comparison. It's not one to watch in order to be terrified. It's one you want to watch to see the genre at it's most original. You can pull a lot from the tone, atmosphere, and connotations. The movie is just as much about this family's inner struggle as it is their outer one. Maybe even more so. However no matter what you pull from it, none of it is really scary. More haunting. As a result it's successful as a mature, artistic horror film, but not one that will keep you up at night, no matter how sinister and true to life it's themes may be.… Expand
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RsanabriaSep 1, 2016
To begin with I would like to say that these movie was a complete waist of my time, specially since the plot is redundant and sucks, and is considered a horror movie without really scaring anyone(if you got scared by these movie you are aTo begin with I would like to say that these movie was a complete waist of my time, specially since the plot is redundant and sucks, and is considered a horror movie without really scaring anyone(if you got scared by these movie you are a **** What may save these movie from a 0% may be the acting, but tha movie itself was a complete failure. Please don't watch it.… Expand
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lucasquaresmaAug 28, 2016
Esse filme têm um supense/drama muito profundo. Assustador o modo de vida dos primeiros norte americanos, o domínio pela religião, a relação familiar, o papel do homem, mulher, da adolescente. O final é muito WTF/OMG! Eu adorei, não esperemEsse filme têm um supense/drama muito profundo. Assustador o modo de vida dos primeiros norte americanos, o domínio pela religião, a relação familiar, o papel do homem, mulher, da adolescente. O final é muito WTF/OMG! Eu adorei, não esperem um filme Estilo invocação do mal, tá mas para os outros,… Expand
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LujhAug 23, 2016
Want to jump into the horror ? Do you like feel like you're slowly put inside a dark pool and you're not able to swim ? Watch this movie. No mercy for us and our minds .
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juanuxsapeAug 22, 2016
Stunning movie , with a really interesting topic .Really scary and has a lot of hidden messages .
Without a doubt , the witch is one of the best movies done in quite a long time. This movie has a such creepy environment and it´s really hardStunning movie , with a really interesting topic .Really scary and has a lot of hidden messages .
Without a doubt , the witch is one of the best movies done in quite a long time. This movie has a such creepy environment and it´s really hard to stop watching.… Expand
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AquaMorphAug 6, 2016
This is by far the most I have ever enjoyed a horror film. The dialog is amazing and the ambition of using archaic English should be admired. It might be a little confusing for some people because it is quick and gravelly but this serves theThis is by far the most I have ever enjoyed a horror film. The dialog is amazing and the ambition of using archaic English should be admired. It might be a little confusing for some people because it is quick and gravelly but this serves the film well. The tone of the film is fantastic and has some of the best performances by children in a room. The film is genuinely disturbing and unnerving. It plays nicely with the balance of faith and fear.… Expand
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DirigiblePulpJul 29, 2016
Creepy and authentic. There's a lot to like here, but also that nagging sense of too much control and restraint. The best horror movies feel like they can careen out of control at any second, like you're in the hands of a madman--even whenCreepy and authentic. There's a lot to like here, but also that nagging sense of too much control and restraint. The best horror movies feel like they can careen out of control at any second, like you're in the hands of a madman--even when the movie is sly and subtle and restrained, i.e. Halloween or Alien--but that's not quite the case here. It's fussy and temperamental; the eye for horror without any of the feeling.

But there are scenes that conjure some of that black magic (including a nasty opening scene involving the titular hag and a kidnapped baby) and a great sense of place and space with strong performances all around.… Expand
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