Once upon a time, in a small village on the outskirts of town, there lived a young girl named Lucy. Lucy lived with her parents in a tiny, cozy cottage, where they struggled to make ends meet. They barely had enough money to put food on the table, let alone buy new shoes for Lucy. As Christmas approached, Lucy couldn't help but feel a little sad. She had always dreamt of having a beautiful pair of shoes that she could wear to the Christmas party in town. But her worn-out shoes were all she had, and she knew they wouldn't make her feel special.
Be forewarned that this is a high school where, bewitched or not, the youth occasionally break into song (or white rap) and dance--including a memorably ghastly “I Like Boys” production number in a locker room that might have poor Busby Berkeley doing about 1,600 RPM in his grave.
And the concept that Louise a girl who d been skipped ahead a grade and spends much of the first half of the movie wearing giant, boxy coats, for crying out loud becomes the most popular girl, well, that s just a dream for anyone who s young, quiet, and not-so-popular themselves. A dramatic and dramatically choreographed dance at the prom ensues, then Brad and Louise slowly entwine their fingers, thus ensuring that thank goddess he really is into her, not just into her magic.
But her worn-out shoes were all she had, and she knew they wouldn't make her feel special. Unable to see their daughter's disappointment, Lucy's parents secretly hatched a plan. They saved every penny they could and managed to buy a worn-out pair of shoes from the thrift store.
MOVIE REVIEW : ‘Teen Witch’: Hackneyed Plot Under a Hex
Try this at home, kids: Watch a really preachy “Afterschool Special,” but use the remote to switch channels intermittently, being sure to hit the occasional MTV rap video, a “Bewitched” rerun or two, and plenty of commercials in which pretty young people hold brand names up to the camera.
Congratulations. In less-than-scientific and highly cost-effective conditions, you’ve just reproduced the exact experience of paying $6 to watch “Teen Witch” (citywide), complete with teen wish-fulfillment fantasies, condescending moralizing, asinine musical montages, horrifying pop songs, French kissing, blatant product plugs and Dick Sargent (formerly of “Bewitched”).
Switch witchcraft for werewolves, and the hackneyed plot of “Teen Witch” could easily be that of “Teen Wolf” or a dozen others like it: Unpopular high-schooler develops magical powers, becomes the most popular kid in school, then decides rather unconvincingly at the end to make a stand as a garden-variety mortal after all.
AdvertisementRobyn Lively is the plain-Jane type whose 16th birthday brings the power to cast spells. High on her list of potential recipients: hunky but unavailable Dan Gauthier, who looks as if he’s auditioning for GQ.
Be forewarned that this is a high school where, bewitched or not, the youth occasionally break into song (or white rap) and dance--including a memorably ghastly “I Like Boys” production number in a locker room that might have poor Busby Berkeley doing about 1,600 RPM in his grave.
Among the supernatural vets on hand is Sargent, whose casting as Lively’s dad is the movie’s one good joke. Its one good line goes to its resident psychic, Zelda Rubinstein (who else?), who advises her teen charge to go ahead and use Love Potion No. 9, explaining, “Falling in love is just a trick anyway--the right hair style, the right music. . . .” But Zelda also has the movie’s worst line: “The real magic is believing in yourself. If you can do that, you can make anything happen!”
Guess the makers of “Teen Witch” (rated PG-13, but aimed at an under-13 audience) just didn’t believe in themselves enough.
Although these shoes had lost their charm, her parents wanted to make them special for Lucy. On Christmas Eve, Lucy went to bed feeling melancholy. She couldn't help but hope for something magical to happen. Little did she know, her wish was about to come true. In the middle of the night, as the clock struck twelve, Lucy was awakened by a soft humming sound coming from the living room. Curious, she tiptoed out of her room and peered through the doorway. To her astonishment, she saw her parent's magical shoes dancing around the living room. They twinkled and spun, casting a beautiful glow that lit up the entire house. It was as if the shoes had a life of their own. Mesmerized by the magic, Lucy couldn't help but join in. She put on the shoes, and soon she was dancing alongside them. The shoes seemed to guide her every step, and they moved in perfect harmony. As Lucy danced in the magical shoes, she felt a surge of joy and happiness. It was a feeling she had never experienced before. The shoes had the power to make her forget all her worries and transport her to a world of enchantment. The magical shoes danced with Lucy until the first rays of dawn broke through the window. As the morning sun lit up the living room, the shoes gently guided Lucy back to her bed. She slipped them off and held them tightly, grateful for the incredible experience. From that day forward, Lucy's life changed. She began to see the world with new eyes – full of wonder and magic. The shoes became a symbol of hope and belief in the extraordinary. Lucy's parents couldn't believe the transformation in their daughter. They were overjoyed to see her happy and content. They realized that it wasn't the shoes themselves that were magical, but the power of belief and the ability to find joy in the simplest of things. As Christmas approached each year, Lucy would bring out the magical shoes and dance her heart out. She never forgot the enchantment they had brought into her life. And, in turn, the shoes reminded her of the true meaning of Christmas – love, family, and the magic that lies within each one of us..
Reviews for "The Mesmerizing Powers of the Christmas Shoes Cast"
1. Susan - 2/5 - I found "The magical Christmas shoes cast" to be incredibly cheesy and predictable. The acting was mediocre, and the plot was filled with cliches. It felt like I've seen this story a million times before. The dialogue was poorly written with cringe-worthy lines that made me roll my eyes. Overall, I was disappointed with this film and would not recommend it to others.
2. John - 1/5 - "The magical Christmas shoes cast" was a complete waste of time. The plot was nonsensical and absurd. Characters were one-dimensional and lacked depth. The acting was wooden and emotionless. I found myself constantly checking the time, hoping for the movie to end. The cheesy and predictable ending was the final straw for me. Save yourself the trouble and skip this film.
3. Emma - 2/5 - I had high hopes for "The magical Christmas shoes cast," but it turned out to be a disappointment. The story was poorly developed, and the pacing was uneven. The special effects were unimpressive, and the attempts at humor fell flat. The movie lacked the charm and magic that is expected from a Christmas film. I couldn't connect with the characters, and their actions seemed forced and unnatural. I would not watch this movie again and do not recommend it.