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The witch is a popular horror movie that was released in 2015. Directed by Robert Eggers, it is a haunting and chilling film that has gained a cult following over the years. The plot revolves around a Puritan family in 17th century New England who are banished from their village and forced to live on a remote farm near a spooky forest. Strange and sinister events start to occur, leading the family to believe that there is an evil witch lurking in the woods. The movie is known for its atmospheric and eerie setting, which adds to the overall sense of dread and suspense. The cinematography is stunning, capturing the bleak and desolate landscape.

The cinematography is stunning, capturing the bleak and desolate landscape. The performances by the cast are also worth mentioning, particularly Anya Taylor-Joy who plays the eldest daughter, Thomasin. Her portrayal of a tormented and haunted young girl is captivating and adds depth to the story.

The Score: Mapping the Music, Style, and Mandate of “Practical Magic”

Well, duh. But when I first saw Practical Magic at a grade eight sleepover, it scared the shit out of me. First, I grew up Catholic so I assumed witchcraft was devil worship (which is why I ratted out several classmates in grade seven for bringing a Wiccan book to school), and second, we all know that witches are powerful, and being a preteen isn’t always conducive to that feeling.

Actually, being a human isn’t always conducive to that feeling, which is why it was important that at the tender age of bucket hat-ridden 13, Practical Magic punched me in the heart with a mandate that’s spanned decades: be yourself.

15 years later, and anyone paying attention to fashion now knows that mantra still stands. Currently, New York Fashion Week is all over the place, merging the worlds of theatre and style (Spike Jonze’s work for Opening Ceremony flipped the traditional runway method on its head with a stage production starring Jonah Hill), while Altuzarra took a page from the spell book of Practical Magic itself with long, flowing dresses in neutral, so-nineties-they-almost-seem-thrifted tones. At long last priority has been placed on personal style in lieu of “hot and/or not,” meaning the only real fashion “don’t” seems to be abiding by anyone’s rules but your own.

Enter: Practical Magic and its 98 motto: be who you are. Be—in the words of Gap this season—normal. (Even if “normal” for you means casting out the spirits of deceased men who abused your sister. And hey, if that’s your definition, please let’s be friends.)

But let’s start at the top. Let’s meet the woman responsible for the deaths of all men who dared love an Owens woman. Let’s meet the woman who dared be sexually active and unmarried during the 1600s which led her to being nearly hung by her lovers’ wives. Let’s meet the woman whom I guess delivered a baby on her own, since she was banished to an island with nothing but a nightgown.

MARIA
So first, we meet Maria abiding by two very important Practical Magic rules: 1) she is accompanied by Alan Silvestri’s score (no character is ever introduced without the score minus one but we will get to that, please stop nagging me), and 2) she’s wearing white. White—if worn by Sally, Gillian, or anyone struggling with their identity—represents good and the embracement of magic. Black, on the other hand, represents oppression and evil.

See? That shit is literal, I am telling you.

Anyway, after saving her own life, Maria is banished to an island and has a full-on breakdown (understandably), which effectively leads her to cursing her blood line: any man who dares love an Owens woman is doomed to die. Which leads us to our next color and/or cast of characters.

MAMA OWENS Color! Obviously, Mama Owens has embraced her very happy life, and why wouldn’t she: look at what’s going on behind her. But sadly, the curse takes over, her husband dies, and then she dies from a broken heart. HOT TIP: “Normalcy” and the embracement of one’s self is always indicated by bright colors or light tones, unless we’re talking about the aunts, and in that case, these bitches don’t give a fuck about your rules.

THE AUNTS If you don’t want to be Stockard Channing or Dianne Weist (whose characters names don’t matter because this is just who they are as people), you are incorrect. Also, they are the only exception to the colour rule because they’ve reached the upper echelons of freedom. They’ve embraced witchcraft, their familial legacy, and the power that magic brings, so they absolutely do not need to abide by a dress or color code enforced by you, me, or any costume designer. This explains why after appearing in all black, they can wear this:

Anyway, after saving her own life, Maria is banished to an island and has a full-on breakdown (understandably), which effectively leads her to cursing her blood line: any man who dares love an Owens woman is doomed to die. Which leads us to our next color and/or cast of characters.

One interesting aspect of the witch is its historical accuracy and attention to detail. The dialogue and costumes are authentic to the time period, which adds to the realism of the film. The movie delves into themes of religious fanaticism, superstition, and the fear of the unknown, making it more than just a typical horror flick. Overall, the witch is a must-watch for horror movie enthusiasts. It is a beautifully crafted film that will leave you feeling unsettled and haunted. Its unique blend of historical accuracy, suspenseful storytelling, and strong performances make it a standout in the horror genre. If you are looking for a truly chilling and atmospheric movie, the witch is definitely worth checking out..

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