The Witch is a 2015 horror film directed by Robert Eggers. The film is set in 17th-century New England and follows a Puritan family that is banished from their community and forced to live on the edge of a dark and foreboding forest. Strange and unsettling occurrences begin to happen to the family, and they soon begin to suspect that a witch is responsible for their misfortune. The film is known for its atmospheric and slow-burn style. It expertly builds tension and suspense throughout its runtime, leaving the audience on the edge of their seats. The Witch is also praised for its attention to historical accuracy, with Eggers going to great lengths to recreate the look and feel of the time period.
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Microwave remote sensing systems detect and quantify the electromagnetic radiation arriving at a detector, this radiation being either emitted (passive sensors) or scatterered back (active sensors) from the objects. Three properties of the recorded electromagnetic signal are of particular interest: its intensity, its phase and its polarization. The specific quantification of each properties allows signal interpretation, as they depend on the roughness and dielectric characteristics of the surface (intensity and polarization) as well as of the range between target and sensor (phase). The detection of the microwaves is operated through two principal sensor elements: an antenna and a receiver. The antenna collects the incoming radiation and the receiver measures the collected electric signal. As active microwave systems produce their own electromagnetic radiation, they are equipped with two additional elements: a pulse generator and a transmitter. Usually, transmitter and receiver are situated on the same antenna. A simple detector system only detects the intensity of the signal and amplifies it. Coherent systems measure both the amplitude and the phase of the incident electromagnetic radiation. Microwave systems can be categorized in two different types: imaging and non-imaging sytems. Whereas for non-imaging systems each echoe (collected signal) provides a single measurement, imaging systems collect a sequence of echoes that generate a two dimensional image.
The Witch is also praised for its attention to historical accuracy, with Eggers going to great lengths to recreate the look and feel of the time period. The dialogue, costumes, and sets all contribute to the authenticity of the film. One of the most notable aspects of The Witch is its use of folklore and mythology.
External resources
- Hanssen, R. F. (2001). Radar Interferometry: Data Interpretation and Error Analysis (Remote Sensing and Digital Image Processing Series, Vol. 2). Dordrecht: Springer Netherlands.
- Woodhouse, I. H. (2017). Introduction to microwave remote sensing. CRC press.
Eggers delves into the fears and superstitions of the time, exploring themes of religious extremism, paranoia, and the power of belief. The film also explores the role of women in society, particularly the fear and persecution of women who are seen as different or outside the norm. The performances in The Witch are standout, with newcomer Anya Taylor-Joy delivering a captivating and nuanced performance as the film's protagonist, Thomasin. The rest of the cast, including Ralph Ineson and Kate Dickie as Thomasin's parents, also deliver strong performances, adding to the film's overall sense of unease. The Witch received critical acclaim upon its release and has since gained a cult following. It is often praised for its originality and its ability to transcend the horror genre. The film is a slow-burning meditation on fear, isolation, and the power of the supernatural. With its haunting cinematography, compelling performances, and thought-provoking themes, The Witch is a standout entry in the horror genre..
Reviews for "The Witch Lettrboxd: Connecting with the Witch Community for Movie Recommendations"
- John - 2 stars - I was really looking forward to watching "The Witch" after all the hype it received, but I was left disappointed. The slow pace of the movie made it feel like it was dragging on forever, and I couldn't connect with any of the characters. The ending was also very anticlimactic and left me feeling unsatisfied. Overall, I found "The Witch" to be overhyped and underwhelming.
- Sarah - 1 star - I can't believe how much praise "The Witch" received. I found the movie to be incredibly boring and confusing. The dialogue was hard to understand and the plot seemed to go nowhere. I was expecting a thrilling and captivating horror film, but all I got was a slow and mundane experience. The only thing that kept me awake was the occasional jump scare. Definitely not worth the hype.
- Chris - 2 stars - "The Witch" is a prime example of a film that tries too hard to be different and ends up losing sight of what makes a movie enjoyable. The exaggerated accents of the characters made it difficult to follow the dialogue, and the slow pacing made it hard to stay engaged. The supposed horror elements were more laughable than scary, and I couldn't find any reason to sympathize or care about any of the characters. Overall, "The Witch" was a disappointing and forgettable film.