Once upon a time in a mystical village, there lived a benevolent witch named Willow. Willow was known for her kind heart and her ability to use her magic for the greater good. She was respected and loved by all the villagers, who had nicknamed her the "Benevolent Witch." People would often seek her help when they were in need, and she was always ready to lend a helping hand. As the villagers began to realize the extent of Willow's magical powers, they decided to create a special watch to keep track of her activities. This watch, called the "Benevolent Witch Watch," was designed to help them stay connected with Willow and ensure the safety of the village.
This watch, called the "Benevolent Witch Watch," was designed to help them stay connected with Willow and ensure the safety of the village. The Benevolent Witch Watch was a small, enchanted device that could display Willow's whereabouts and activities. It had a beautiful emerald green screen that would light up whenever Willow used her magic.
Watch: Robert Eggers “The VVitch”
For the horror-obsessed New Englander, there’s really only one film to come out in the last year that deserves a proper evening viewing during the final days of our spooky season – Robert Eggers’ “The Witch”.
“The Witch” is a mid-1600s period piece following a puritan family in New Hampshire who, for mysterious reasons, were exiled from their community. Throughout the beginning portion of the film, we see the family battling the unforgiving, unsettled deep New Hampshire terrain, forced to reckon with rural New Hampshire’s unforgiving soil and punishing weather. It is in this remote, dark and ominous wood where the family has a truly disturbing run-in with a…well, you get the idea.
The film’s original title was “The VVitch: A New England Folktale”, which perfectly captures what’s so disturbing about the film – its authenticity, familiarity, and believability. The truly horrific moments in “The Witch” have little to do with gore, jump scares or spooky theme music. “The Witch” terrorizes viewers with its pensiveness, its ambiance, and chilling depictions of an old world where a benevolent God of th e New Testament i sn’t the only governing force. The film slowly leads you through a story about loss, faith, man versus nature, and mysticism. We helplessly watch in horror as characters make damning decisions out of desperation and exhaustion, leading to an end that must be seen, not explained, in order to be fully understood.
All these elements of the film are intensified if you’re a New Englander. Everyone’s heard of the Salem Witch trials, but folks from New England have a special connection with that sordid time in our history. It’s a part of our cultural consciousness, and is uniquely embedded in the physical spaces we still move through today. It’s safe to say that most of us have some sort of spooky, inexplicable story related to the menacing woods on a New England neighbor’s property.
Still from “The Witch”, 2015
Though he personally does not identify as a practicing witch, New Hampshire native Robert Eggers is still a great person to tell this story since he understands how New Englanders are connected to this disturbing history. The director uses his relationship with the subject matter as a motivator, aestheticising it, albeit a bit stereotypical, through precise recreation and familiar storytelling, as he told The AV Club, “…My earliest nightmares were about witches, and witch nightmares led to an interest in witches since forever. New England’s past was always very much a part of my childhood consciousness. If you grew up in rural New England, it was unavoidable, with the dilapidated colonial farmhouses and so on. But I had my own idea of New England’s mythic past, and the woods behind my house seemed haunted by the past to me.”
Apart from the familiar story and the setting, the film feels real. It’s well known that Eggers spent nearly four years on-and-off researching every aspect of the film. Eggers ensured that everything from the hand-stitched clothing to the dialogue, lifted, in most cases, directly from journals and court transcripts, were authentic not solely for the sake of realism, but to ensure an immersive viewing experience. “I have to really bring them back to the 17th century when that existed.” said Eggers, “I have to get all the details right in order for you to actually believe. It’s not just accuracy for its [own] sake.”
You can watch Robert Eggers “The Witch” on several streaming platforms now, or head to your local library and snag the DVD for free.
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The villagers could simply press a button to see what Willow was up to and if she was in the vicinity of the village. This watch not only served as a way to monitor Willow's activities but also as a means of communication between the villagers and the witch. If someone needed assistance or had an urgent request, they could send a message through the watch, and Willow would receive it instantly. The villagers soon realized that the Benevolent Witch Watch was a powerful tool for fostering a strong sense of community. They could come together to support each other and Willow, knowing that they were all connected through this magical device. It brought them closer together, creating a sense of unity and shared responsibility. Willow, being a kind and generous witch, appreciated the watch and what it symbolized for the villagers. She realized that it not only helped the villagers feel safe but also gave her a way to be more accessible to them. She embraced the watch and its purpose wholeheartedly, always making sure to respond promptly to any messages or requests. The Benevolent Witch Watch became a treasured artifact in the village, passed down from generation to generation. It served as a reminder of the magical bond between Willow and the villagers, and the importance of using one's powers for the greater good. In the end, the Benevolent Witch Watch not only helped the villagers feel secure but also strengthened the relationship between Willow and her community. It showed that magic could be used to bring people together, to create harmony and support, and to make the world a better place..
Reviews for "Exploring the Different Designs of Benevolent Witch Watches: From Classic to Modern"
1. Emily - 2 stars - I really wanted to enjoy "The benevolent witch watch" as I am a fan of fantasy novels, but unfortunately, I found it to be quite disappointing. The plot was predictable and lacked originality, with clichéd characters and a shallow storyline. I couldn't connect with any of the characters and found myself not caring about their fate. Overall, I found the book to be dull and unengaging.
2. Matthew - 1 star - I regret wasting my time reading "The benevolent witch watch". The writing style was choppy and disjointed, making it difficult to follow the narrative. The pacing was extremely slow, and the author seemed to focus more on unnecessary details instead of advancing the plot. Additionally, the dialogue was stilted and unnatural, making it hard to believe in the characters or their interactions. I would not recommend this book to anyone looking for a well-written and captivating fantasy novel.
3. Sarah - 2 stars - "The benevolent witch watch" had an interesting premise, but the execution fell flat for me. The writing was mediocre at best, with a lack of descriptive language and emotion. The magical elements of the story were underdeveloped and not well integrated into the overall plot. The conflict resolution felt rushed, and loose ends were left untied. I was left feeling unsatisfied and unimpressed with this book.