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MaxmigueMay 30, 2016

total waste of time / money. This movie was sold as a terror film, but it is not. So much ads and stuff to sell this movie. Please do not watch.
I felt very disapointed after watching it.

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Nick530Feb 27, 2016

Superb acting and an extremely unnerving atmosphere make this movie one of the best I've seen in the past few years. It's not a typical "jump scare" horror movie, this movie invokes a kind of fear that is very rare in movies recently. ItSuperb acting and an extremely unnerving atmosphere make this movie one of the best I've seen in the past few years. It's not a typical "jump scare" horror movie, this movie invokes a kind of fear that is very rare in movies recently. It starts out a bit slow but overall this is a very unique and refreshing horror film.… Expand

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bardiamehrFeb 21, 2016

This is the worst movie I have ever seen. Do not believe the critic reviews. This movie is boring, slow, and the characters are not only annoying, but most of the time I could not even understand them due to their accents. Stay FAR away fromThis is the worst movie I have ever seen. Do not believe the critic reviews. This movie is boring, slow, and the characters are not only annoying, but most of the time I could not even understand them due to their accents. Stay FAR away from this trash.… Expand

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inspector941Mar 6, 2016

I still can't believe I viewed the same film that got such rave reviews. When the end credits started rolling, my date in I looked at each other with a WTF look on our face. Not much of a story. One of the worst movies I've ever seen.

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SnowDayFeb 20, 2016

This is a truly terrifying film. When I say "terrifying" I am not referring to cheap jump-scares or countless amounts of gore. I am referring to sublime acting, atmospheric chills, and the devilish tone of Satan himself. Take a chance andThis is a truly terrifying film. When I say "terrifying" I am not referring to cheap jump-scares or countless amounts of gore. I am referring to sublime acting, atmospheric chills, and the devilish tone of Satan himself. Take a chance and watch The Witch.… Expand

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SergioVFeb 20, 2016

Eggers does a great job at setting up the scenes and transporting you back to the 1600's, the acting is wonderful, and the writing is truly authentic. However, that's where the praise ends. The movie itself was too slow, the dialogue was hardEggers does a great job at setting up the scenes and transporting you back to the 1600's, the acting is wonderful, and the writing is truly authentic. However, that's where the praise ends. The movie itself was too slow, the dialogue was hard to understand and keep up with, and the ending leaves major questions unanswered. 6/10.… Expand

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simonerodriguezMar 13, 2016

Where do i begin? When going to the movies, one asks themselves is today the day im going to be blown away?or is today the day im going to get scared? maybe today is the day im going to get spiritually touched?maybe today im going to laughWhere do i begin? When going to the movies, one asks themselves is today the day im going to be blown away?or is today the day im going to get scared? maybe today is the day im going to get spiritually touched?maybe today im going to laugh like ive never laughed before? One never asks themselves is today the day im going to walk out of this movie? Well i guess i should have because this had to be ONE of the WORST i guess you can call it films i never did see!!!!!!!!! Within a few moments of this film i guess you can say beginning( i do not know if i am the only one who noticed but i dont remember seeing opening credits) there was no plot, no flow, just scene after scene, nothing made sense at all. I do not recommend seeing this film ever!What saddens me is how this film was rated better than star wars, like seriously? There are no words for how confused i am right now. If you do not have to see it i recommend you not doing so..… Expand

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YelsamargaretMar 31, 2016

Horror! What! It was just too stupid for words. If anything the movie was more a documentary on how religion stuffs up your life. Cannot recommend this movie.

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BuddahFeb 20, 2016

When I was younger my friends and I had a rule that if a critic gave a movie a 4 out of 4 star rating, it was a artsy movie only a movie critic would enjoy. The Witch is that type of movie. It is a period piece, maybe back to the pilgrimWhen I was younger my friends and I had a rule that if a critic gave a movie a 4 out of 4 star rating, it was a artsy movie only a movie critic would enjoy. The Witch is that type of movie. It is a period piece, maybe back to the pilgrim days, and sometimes the dialogue gets confusing in trying to keep the movie authentic to that period. These are harden religious people and they talk the talk with everything they do. With that said, some of what is said is lost on me. If I had a DVR, I would have rewound it several times just to try and figure out what was being said. While this might be a problem, it really isn't because you get the idea of what is happening. It just happens at a pace that is turtle-like. You are not really sure where they are going with any of it, and even when it ends abruptly, you have to ask yourself, WTF?

I love creative movies, and this movie is creative, but it really fails as a horror movie for a real horror movie fan. The only thing that is creepy is the 2 young kids and a bunny. I am not sure that was the intention, but that was the way it came across. If you really want to see it, then wait a few months until it is available online or through Netflix or Amazon. Save your money.… Expand

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PosternutbagFeb 29, 2016

I decided to go see this movie after seeing the rave reviews with some referring this as the next exorcist or shining. Not even close. Those movies were both scary and entertaining. I had to keep elbowing my wife as she kept fallingI decided to go see this movie after seeing the rave reviews with some referring this as the next exorcist or shining. Not even close. Those movies were both scary and entertaining. I had to keep elbowing my wife as she kept falling asleep. The opening scene was promising, after that I kept hoping for more but was utterly dissappointed throughout. Halfway through the move there was another small scene that offered some glittering hope and that was it. The acting, backdrop, cinematography and costumes were great, but the story just wasn't there. After the credits rolled I heard some from the audience say "yes, thank god it's over".… Expand

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LastCzarianFeb 19, 2016

Terrible movie
Slow pace movie that leaves you scratching you head at the end.
I found it hard to understand the father as his deep voice didn't carry good.
Based on a folktale that should have not been made as a movie

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fool0117Feb 24, 2016

Save your money folks. I'd rather watch anything else given the option to watch it again. Congratulations Ballistic: Ecks Vs Sever, I'd rather watch you.

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moviecritic68Mar 2, 2016

Are you kidding me !!!!! 7.2 ...... We walked out after giving this film every chance to become interesting. The dialogue was so hard to understand it became unbearable. Cheaply made and cheesy as one can imagine. Not sure who isAre you kidding me !!!!! 7.2 ...... We walked out after giving this film every chance to become interesting. The dialogue was so hard to understand it became unbearable. Cheaply made and cheesy as one can imagine. Not sure who is giving this film high ratings but they should be banned from impersonating a critic. Became concerned when our local theatre had this movie at the very end of the complex in the smallest viewing room. SAVE YOUR TIME & MONEY… Expand

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daveixoMar 10, 2016

Not a horror movie. I kept thinking, "Yeah, religious people really are this crazy. I expected that from ignorant people from 300 or whatever years ago, but why are they still crazy today?" I hate that no character in this movie is active.Not a horror movie. I kept thinking, "Yeah, religious people really are this crazy. I expected that from ignorant people from 300 or whatever years ago, but why are they still crazy today?" I hate that no character in this movie is active. They glide from crisis to crisis being pushed along and never try to do anything or learn anything. They are consistent with their faith though: If everyone is a sinner, when the s**t hits the fan, they mistrust everyone, including their loved ones. I found the end a surprise, but basically silly. I've never known Metacritic to be so wrong.… Expand

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JustinDreyFeb 22, 2016

The Witch is a movie based in 1630's and as some would say a "horror movie". It wasnt so much scary as it was unsettling for me, which wasnt a problem its a very fresh movie putting itself away from all the horror's you find now. It was aThe Witch is a movie based in 1630's and as some would say a "horror movie". It wasnt so much scary as it was unsettling for me, which wasnt a problem its a very fresh movie putting itself away from all the horror's you find now. It was a very dark, slow, tense movie, so for all of you wanting a very fast paced "jump scare around every corner" fest, you wont find that here. Thats not to say this movie wasnt scary it kept you on the edge of your seat but instead of you jumping out of it, its more you stay at the edge for the whole movie. The only major problem I had was the very Shakespeareish dialogue, but, that should not stop you from going to watch this as that is really just a personal problem rather then having to do with the movie itself, it was very true to the time it was based. If you are looking for a movie that has great acting, great story, great filming ( the locations are great), very well put together characters, and a good gruesome, unsettling movie this is one for you!… Expand

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johnny_giraffesMar 4, 2016

"The Witch" is in my opinion a dark and brooding supernatural drama. It's not really a horror movie as it was marketed, although some of the scenes are brutal to witness. It's well acted, moody, beautifully shot, and subdued. It's a very"The Witch" is in my opinion a dark and brooding supernatural drama. It's not really a horror movie as it was marketed, although some of the scenes are brutal to witness. It's well acted, moody, beautifully shot, and subdued. It's a very adult movie which is why I think it's got such pushback from the horror community. The shame of the film is that it was marketed as something it's not. At least for this viewer, the constant sense of fear and tension that means a good horror movie was lacking. All in all, VERY worth watching, but not as advertised.… 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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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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Fenway02215Feb 23, 2016

This is not a horror movie. Whoever said it was a cross between Kubrick and the Exorcist was obviously paid for that endorsement. It is a great historical piece about Puritan America in the 17th century but that's it. It is not a horrorThis is not a horror movie. Whoever said it was a cross between Kubrick and the Exorcist was obviously paid for that endorsement. It is a great historical piece about Puritan America in the 17th century but that's it. It is not a horror movie. It was simply sold to all of us as one.… Expand

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BeltraadMar 4, 2016

I created an account just to write a review. This is the most disappointing film ever. It had potential to be great but it SUCKS. It's not a horror film. It's a slow British DRAMA with a creepy undertone. It seems like the draft version of aI created an account just to write a review. This is the most disappointing film ever. It had potential to be great but it SUCKS. It's not a horror film. It's a slow British DRAMA with a creepy undertone. It seems like the draft version of a film. The story seems like it wasn't completed. Horrible script. No on in the theater liked it. Wait for it to be int eh dollar theater to go see it.… Expand

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TheKavehJFeb 21, 2016

I was expecting so much more from The Witch than what it was. The film is very disturbing and weird, but the film is also really slow and boring. The film just didn't pick up.

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SaucyWalnutzFeb 22, 2016

This movie made me feel so uncomfortable. Creepiness is off the charts. Not for everyone, but I kept wishing it to end so I wouldn't have to see what happened next. Chilled me to the bone.

Great date movie if you want to scare the crap outThis movie made me feel so uncomfortable. Creepiness is off the charts. Not for everyone, but I kept wishing it to end so I wouldn't have to see what happened next. Chilled me to the bone.

Great date movie if you want to scare the crap out of your lady but make sure she's strong beforehand or she might have a heart attack.

Loved it, it's why the term "nightmare fuel" exists. Remember how you saw Million Dollar Baby and you thought "That was a great movie, but I never want to watch that again because it's so depressing."? The Witch is like that except I never want to see it again because it scared the poo out of me.

That said, I think I want to see this again. So much so that I'm writing my first review. It's not for people with no attention spans, kind of like The Exorcist, but this has far better pacing and stabs your psyche even more deeply. I was so creeped out that I almost started to pray for it to be over with, despite being an atheist. Just to be safe, I did the Son/Father/Holy Ghost gesture thing to purify my own damn eyes at the end.

Speaking of the end, it ended, and everyone in the theater just sat in silence, motionless for a while. It took us a while to get back to reality, because it felt like we were in this horror, which was the director's view. Can't wait to see more from him.

So watch it if you don't have ADD, like getting creeped out, and are not afraid of pooping your own pants.… Expand

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Scot62Feb 27, 2016

Must have been a typo; this is a horrible movie not a horror movie. Plodding, unimaginative, barely intelligible. So horrible that even very good acting and filming couldn't save it. Drink two cups of coffee before you go. Or better yet,Must have been a typo; this is a horrible movie not a horror movie. Plodding, unimaginative, barely intelligible. So horrible that even very good acting and filming couldn't save it. Drink two cups of coffee before you go. Or better yet, stay home and take a nap.… Expand

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jlplattenFeb 22, 2016

This movie is overrated by the critics. I do appreciate a horror movie done well, which this movie was. However, I left unsatisfied, mostly because there was no resolution between the witch and the family. It was mostly internal fightingThis movie is overrated by the critics. I do appreciate a horror movie done well, which this movie was. However, I left unsatisfied, mostly because there was no resolution between the witch and the family. It was mostly internal fighting among the family when the witch turns their world upside down. That wasn't interesting to me. I wanted the family to get revenge on the witch... not "this" ending.… Expand

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LamontRaymondFeb 19, 2016

Wow, was that a snoozer. Some of these critics are calling it "terrifying" and "a classic!" That's a joke. I was bored for most of this sucker, and the dialogue was completely unintelligible about half the time, which is a problem whenWow, was that a snoozer. Some of these critics are calling it "terrifying" and "a classic!" That's a joke. I was bored for most of this sucker, and the dialogue was completely unintelligible about half the time, which is a problem when there's very little action. This was touted as an acclaimed wide release horror film - man, I had a much better time with the horror indie Southbound that I saw last weekend. So yeah, the oldest daughter had presence and her acting performance is solid, but the movie sets a major trap for itself and proceeds to fall right into it. Believe me, this is a film should AVOID. Most of my theater burst out with laughs and boos when it was over.… Expand

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MargateBuffMar 9, 2016

The critics are flat-out wrong on this one, since there is nothing to impress. It is just Blair Witch Project meets The Exorcist. The look of the film is ultracheap, as though it had been shot on a budget of less than $100,000. Worse still isThe critics are flat-out wrong on this one, since there is nothing to impress. It is just Blair Witch Project meets The Exorcist. The look of the film is ultracheap, as though it had been shot on a budget of less than $100,000. Worse still is that you will miss at least two-thirds of the dialogue, since it is mostly whispered in a weird, made-up dialect that has been poorly recorded. The film is being pitched as true-to-life, based on actual folk tales. But the resulting mash-up is pointless -- other than to provide diabolically gruesome scenes of death. With an 83 critical rating, I would say it is the most overrated film ever to appear on this list. It really does STINK. No kidding.… Expand

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agus20Apr 3, 2016

what a total waste of time. this movie was so painful, boring and long to watch. and it is also really dramatic and it makes it worse. i just couldn‘t stand it and neither the audience that started laughing at the end because of how bad itwhat a total waste of time. this movie was so painful, boring and long to watch. and it is also really dramatic and it makes it worse. i just couldn‘t stand it and neither the audience that started laughing at the end because of how bad it was. it is clearly not worth seeing, at least for me. i was waiting for the movie to make a twist, but NO, it was boring till the end, and it made one hour and thrirty minutes seem like 3 hours honestly.
the only good thing that i can recall, is the actors, they were indeed really good actors, the atmosphere and the setting were great to,but the movie itself sucked.… Expand

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mitchc1985Mar 1, 2016

10/10, best comedy of the year. I haven't laughed this hard in the theater for years. Sure, there was a guy two down from me who thought he was watching a horror movie. He was very upset that I wouldn't stop laughing. But he didn't realize I10/10, best comedy of the year. I haven't laughed this hard in the theater for years. Sure, there was a guy two down from me who thought he was watching a horror movie. He was very upset that I wouldn't stop laughing. But he didn't realize I *couldn't* stop laughing. As a horror movie, definitely a solid 0/10. But that's not what it is. It's the best comedy of the year, hands down. #blackphilip2016.… Expand

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Alok125554May 24, 2016

Creepy. Great horror movie. It develops the fear in you using its plot and situations unlike other jump scares out there I don't care about. Great acting, great atmosphere and depiction of the witch is awesome.

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TornadoCreatorApr 10, 2016

Marketing this film as a horror film was a major misstep and will likely account for much of the negativity this film received. It's actually a period drama/thriller that's very entrenched in the puritan movement to USA in the early 16thMarketing this film as a horror film was a major misstep and will likely account for much of the negativity this film received. It's actually a period drama/thriller that's very entrenched in the puritan movement to USA in the early 16th century. If this time period doesn't entice you, or you find it hard to relate to other cultures, you'll find the film thoroughly uninteresting. If however you can enjoy something a bit different, there's great acting, good tension, and some shocking scenes in this film that will mean it'll have some lasting value at least. It's not a bad film, far from it, it is however an acquired taste and won't be for everyone.… 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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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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lkvndflnfdlnJun 17, 2019

worst ever movie illogical movie dont waste timejskjcbsdkjbdvkjdbvkjdbvvkjdbvkdjbvkjdsbvkjsdvbkjdvbkdvb

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moviemitch96Feb 23, 2016

Really!? THIS is what passes for horror nowadays!? This was closer to a comedy than it was horror!!! I often chuckled to myself during many scenes and the acting was so damn corny! Yes I get that they're in the 17th century, but it still feltReally!? THIS is what passes for horror nowadays!? This was closer to a comedy than it was horror!!! I often chuckled to myself during many scenes and the acting was so damn corny! Yes I get that they're in the 17th century, but it still felt so forced! Almost nothing happens for the entire film and for the few scenes where something does happen, it simply involves the characters praying, yelling at each other, or trying to kill each other. As for the ending, with many films it can either make or break the film. I'm sure you can all guess which scenario this film's ending followed. Overall, I have to agree with the many others who have been saying that this film is this year's It Follows. Both are terrible, overhyped, non-scary films and that's that!… Expand

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brandonb7Mar 1, 2016

If you are looking for a scary movie with a few jumps and frights, this is not the one for you. If you want to see disturbing scenes throughout a movie you have found the jackpot.

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KamarrApr 19, 2016

This movie is a hit or miss for sure. I for one think it was very a awful and the trailer shows majority of the best parts. I didn't think it was gonna be a more historical film based off of religion. I was hoping for some which slaying orThis movie is a hit or miss for sure. I for one think it was very a awful and the trailer shows majority of the best parts. I didn't think it was gonna be a more historical film based off of religion. I was hoping for some which slaying or something but nope. Not even the slightest bit of action.… Expand

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FelicityFenwickFeb 23, 2016

It's seriously mystifying what the critics were thinking by praising this highly ordinary, sedentary film. Not scary in the least - barely creepy. Anything good you think this movie does, it's done MUCH better by WGN's Salem.

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mrmonsterMay 28, 2016

How anyone managed to enjoy this movie is way beyond me. I only saw the first like, twenty five minutes of this garbage before I had to to turn this off. i couldn't finish this movie if I was payed.

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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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Krieger88Feb 20, 2016

Going to be honest, I had incredibly high hopes for this movie from all the raving reviews about how well received it was at the Sundance Film Festival. I took my buddy to see it and told him what I heard and were looking forward to it forGoing to be honest, I had incredibly high hopes for this movie from all the raving reviews about how well received it was at the Sundance Film Festival. I took my buddy to see it and told him what I heard and were looking forward to it for months. I read that it had slow pacing and that might not jive with everyone but I don't mind long movies so I disregarded it. Now before I bash this film, I understand why some people find some horror movies scary, whether it's a Saw type movie with its gore, a cheap pop-up scare horror, an old school slasher, or my least favorite psychological horror with social theme undertones (like the babadook which I disliked) But back to The Witch, I felt that it was a very well made movie from the acting, filming, ambiance and even that they apparently stayed true to whatever folk tale that inspired this movie. But it just was not scary. Most movies have some kind of moral or message or some type of closure. This movie left me and my pal with none of that, instead it had one jump scare with a witches hand, and finally ended with a "what the hell is this" ending. The story itself, whether it losing its scare-value from being a in a modern world, just wasn't scary. If you see this film, you'll have to appreciate it for everything else and not expect a movie that's going to scare you senseless.… Expand

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ZuckertonJun 12, 2016

If you're looking for a high quality horror movie, move along. This movie drags on and on and on. I found myself looking at my watch more often than the movie.

The actors are great, but the script is awful. By the time it finally getsIf you're looking for a high quality horror movie, move along. This movie drags on and on and on. I found myself looking at my watch more often than the movie.

The actors are great, but the script is awful. By the time it finally gets interesting, there's only 20 minutes left in the movie and most people have already lost interest.

There's nothing "new" with this movie, it relies on old witch stereotypes that have been done a hundred different times.… Expand

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JoeB777Feb 19, 2016

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A remarkably bad movie that appears to be a critical darling. I went to see it with my girlfriend. We hated it. So far as we could tell few, if anybody, else in the theatre enjoyed it, either.

If you (spoiler) are okay seeing a baby getting cut up and smeared on the body of a woman (or seeing a pet dog with its guts showing) then perhaps you'll find the movie more acceptable. But more than just offensive, the movie somehow managed to be horrendously bad despite excellent acting and direction.

I didn't find the movie to be scary, either. But YMMV.… Expand

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Flange77Feb 23, 2016

Somebody knows and appreciates their History but skipped out on Horror 101. Rule #1: Don't show the creepiest/scariest/most shocking thing in the first 20 minutes of the movie or everything else won't seem as scary. Sure it was unsettlingSomebody knows and appreciates their History but skipped out on Horror 101. Rule #1: Don't show the creepiest/scariest/most shocking thing in the first 20 minutes of the movie or everything else won't seem as scary. Sure it was unsettling throughout, but because Rule #1 was violated, there is a gradual feeling of disappointment and diminished interest. There is an art or at least a formula to doling out scares in horror movies and The Witch doesn't abide by it, frustratingly suffering as a result. The story is painfully linear yet still confusing. I'll give it points for trying something new with the genre, but it could have been a lot better.… Expand

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DukemangApr 2, 2016

To be honest, The Witch disappointed me a lot because critics before the movie came out were saying how much of a great horror movie this is, which it wasn't. You could say I'm being a bit harsh, but I can say that the director's vision andTo be honest, The Witch disappointed me a lot because critics before the movie came out were saying how much of a great horror movie this is, which it wasn't. You could say I'm being a bit harsh, but I can say that the director's vision and imagery for this film was great. The art style and language of the film really helped with it being in the 1600's, and that sadly doesn't do justice for me. Yes I may be a big horror nut, but this film didn't pack a punch as far as being "scary" or "frightening". It did have some disturbing images and the whole wrap up of it all didn't feel quite like the resolution to the film. That is why I gave it the rating I did.… Expand

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tdubMar 1, 2016

OMG how could Anyone give this movie any kind of a score. It was literally the worst film I have ever seen. Not only I but everyone that went with me agreed as well. The entire audience was booing and commenting on how terrible it was.OMG how could Anyone give this movie any kind of a score. It was literally the worst film I have ever seen. Not only I but everyone that went with me agreed as well. The entire audience was booing and commenting on how terrible it was. acting horrible. couldn't decode half of what they were saying and couldn't understand the words of the other half. stupidest plot (if you call that a plot). and the Ending? how moronic. I recommend not wasting your money… Expand

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TVJerryFeb 23, 2016

In 2014, it was THE BABADOOK. Last year, It was IT FOLLOWS. What do these have in common with this flick? They were all hyped as the hot new horror film and I found them to be dismal disappointments. Call me old fashioned, but I like myIn 2014, it was THE BABADOOK. Last year, It was IT FOLLOWS. What do these have in common with this flick? They were all hyped as the hot new horror film and I found them to be dismal disappointments. Call me old fashioned, but I like my horror films to be scary. This one is steeped in an interesting period setting (New England, 1630) and drowned in an ominous soundtrack, but the creepy pace and lame shocks don’t make it remotely riveting. A farmer and his family set out on their own, only to be haunted by an unknown evil. True, it’s a compelling concept, but it also lacks any suspense. It doesn’t help that much of the “thee” and “hither” dialect is hard to follow. This is more a period drama in the vein of Miller’s THE CRUCIBLE or one of those Japanese ghost movies, neither of which is ever frightening. (Harvey Scrimshaw as the young son makes an impressive 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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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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listenerMar 23, 2016

No wonder this was backed up by The Satanic Temple or however those creeps are calling themselves...just some diabolic trash if you ask me.Expertly crafted,great cinematography, frightening atmosphere,occasionally very scary andNo wonder this was backed up by The Satanic Temple or however those creeps are calling themselves...just some diabolic trash if you ask me.Expertly crafted,great cinematography, frightening atmosphere,occasionally very scary and disturbing,all performances from actors were good and so on and so on...but still crap.Destroy your family,sign for the devil and then have some fun flying around and killing babies...well no,thanks.… Expand

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YetAnotherScottMar 13, 2016

Disappointing! The initial incident gets this off to a great start, and THEN....really nothing else brings back the anticipation I felt at the start. The possession scene was interesting and the twins were enjoyable. The acting of theDisappointing! The initial incident gets this off to a great start, and THEN....really nothing else brings back the anticipation I felt at the start. The possession scene was interesting and the twins were enjoyable. The acting of the children was not too bad. I guess my greatest disappointment is that there was so much that could have been done to make the movie good...or even great...but they failed to do it. They failed to take us there. They failed to make it worth the $8.50 one paid.

In a word, "meh".… Expand

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georgioApr 20, 2016

I sat a little bit before writing this review. The Witch is a very weird movie. It has great upsides but also very damning downsides. The pluses: scenery, acting, atmosphere. Downsides: lack of any meaningful story or bringing some kind ofI sat a little bit before writing this review. The Witch is a very weird movie. It has great upsides but also very damning downsides. The pluses: scenery, acting, atmosphere. Downsides: lack of any meaningful story or bringing some kind of conclusion or meaning to dialogues or things that happen in the story.

Now I get that the movie contains some hidden contexts that may be caught on by attentive viewer. I think that some people may be satisfied by "getting" one or two hints. For me it was not enough. I just cannot get past the nonexistent story. I felt as if I can fast forward and start watching the movie from any point without missing much.

But ultimately this is a weird one. If you want to watch this movie several times and scan for hints of things happening you will like it. If you are into nice camera shots of nature and if you want to see good actors expressing emotions and playing their given role well you will be satisfied. If you expect good story or some character development you will not get what you want.… Expand

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foxgroveMar 11, 2016

Frustratingly uneven as borne out by a slow and protracted opening 20 minutes. However, with the disappearance of the eldest brother, Caleb, the film begins to cast its spell. Full of disturbing imagery and rich in atmosphere and authenticFrustratingly uneven as borne out by a slow and protracted opening 20 minutes. However, with the disappearance of the eldest brother, Caleb, the film begins to cast its spell. Full of disturbing imagery and rich in atmosphere and authentic period detail, the story becomes intermittently compelling. There are some great directorial touches and impressive visual flourishes woven into the film’s biggest asset, its cinematography. Performances are solid, but there is no denying that the ending is unsatisfactorily ambiguous, leaving, as it does, too many questions unanswered.… 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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lunanulFeb 21, 2016

THIS IS AN ART FILM. Don't go expecting a traditional horror/scary movie 'cuz this ain't it. Think creepy, not scary. Slow-moving, atmospheric, with an occasional chilling and/or horrifying moment (yes, some good ones, but not many). There'sTHIS IS AN ART FILM. Don't go expecting a traditional horror/scary movie 'cuz this ain't it. Think creepy, not scary. Slow-moving, atmospheric, with an occasional chilling and/or horrifying moment (yes, some good ones, but not many). There's a lot of nearly unintelligible dialogue. One main character has a voice that sounds more animal than human. Key scenes are whispered (in Ye Olde Englishe). And when you do understand the words that are being said, they can be a bit laughable if you haven't submitted to the movie's spell. I guess I didn't, 'cuz I snorted when snorts were clearly far from the maker's mind. That said, its dour gray aesthetic is still floating around in my head, so not forgettable, which has value. I'll probably see it again on a small screen, with the benefit of subtitles.… 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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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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fukutopiaMar 2, 2016

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I saw this opening weekend & it's just been stewing in my brains ever since, because I wasn't sure what I wanted to say. I've been taking in all the other reviews for this film, hoping it would help me find the words…but unfortunately, I disagree with almost every other opinion regarding The Witch. I was greatly disappointed that I paid to see this in a theater instead of waiting to watch at home. This film, at best, is a beautifully shot, perfectly acted series of missed opportunities. Every set-up fell flat, as they were never followed through. This is not a horror movie, no matter what the blurbs & trailers lead you to believe—this is a 17th century folktale about religion, not a horror film. If the intent was to make an actual horror film, small tweaks could have easily been made. Children are creepy anyway, why not play it up with the twins who are supposedly playing with the devil incarnate? Maybe throw in a disembodied voice or two to make you question if it's actually Black Phillip or just a voice in Thomasin's head. Perhaps when you reveal what should be a haunting image of a witch snacking on a live animal, DON'T GIVE HER A GOOFY-ASS CARTOON LAUGH! I wanted to love this movie after watching the trailer, but I don't even think I can like it.… Expand

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HarriganMtvBlogJun 7, 2016

'The Witch' or 'The VVitch' was a film that I had been interested in seeing but kind of forgot about.

Following the witch mythos of early-American folklore, the story centers around a family that has recently left their village and lives'The Witch' or 'The VVitch' was a film that I had been interested in seeing but kind of forgot about.

Following the witch mythos of early-American folklore, the story centers around a family that has recently left their village and lives alone on the edge of wilderness. When the family's newborn goes missing as oldest daughter, Thomasin is playing with him, suspicions of witchcraft begin to arise, as the mother is completely devastated.

Later on, oldest son, Caleb goes missing in the woods and happens upon a hovel, where he is entranced by a woman. Caleb would eventually return home, but would die after spouting religious exclamations.

The youngest set of children, a twin boy and girl, accuse Thomasin of being a witch, in which her parents believe them. The next morning, the father is impaled by a goat and crushed under a pile of fire wood, and Thomasin kills her mother after being attacked by her. Thomasin then talks to the goat, seemingly the Devil in disguise, where she signs his book and joins a host of other naked witches dancing and chanting around a night fire in the woods.

The film, although painfully slow and boring in large parts, was almost as equally unnerving and disturbing. The parts where we got to see the witch were truly creepy. We first get to see her as she is about to kill the stolen baby, then covered in its blood. The end where she is feeding off of a goat on the family farm before slaughtering the livestock (and twins?) was frightening.

The film, although a horror film, didn't hit you with jump scares and cheap thrills, it was more of a psychological scare more than anything. If you can get past the slow parts and tough accents, you might enjoy the film.

My rating: 5 out f 10… Expand

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KrimJun 12, 2016

This film was quite a disappointment in reality for me. There are some creepy scenes of the movie but there really isn't anywhere near enough suspense and terror for this to be a horror movie. The cinematography was unique, it reminded me aThis film was quite a disappointment in reality for me. There are some creepy scenes of the movie but there really isn't anywhere near enough suspense and terror for this to be a horror movie. The cinematography was unique, it reminded me a lot of "The Road" in terms of the picture. Very washed out and had a vintage feel. The sets, costume design, script and attention to the era seemed very authentic and well thought-out. The acting was decent from the father figure and the main character girl, but the old English vocabulary made many of the lines almost cringey and somewhat comical. The trailer portrayed this movie as something more deep and sinister, every creepy moment in the trailer is all you get and nothing more. Some of the decisions made by the family were hardly logical at all and that pushed the story in a bit of a nonsensical direction. Not as special or disturbing in my opinion as others are saying in my opinion.… Expand

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cabopcJun 22, 2016

There are some genuinely creepy and freaky moments but mostly this movie is boring and pointless. It ends and you're disappointed and thinking "all that for nothing". I didn't appreciate the old English dialogue either. Yes it addsThere are some genuinely creepy and freaky moments but mostly this movie is boring and pointless. It ends and you're disappointed and thinking "all that for nothing". I didn't appreciate the old English dialogue either. Yes it adds authenticity but mostly it was annoying and caused me to have to use sub-titles.… Expand

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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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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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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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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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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