Summaries

Exploring the archetype of the witch in Hollywood cinema from the 1930s to the present and how it is linked to the social history of female power.

Deciphers the archetype of the witch in Hollywood cinema from the 1930s to the present day and tells, behind it, a social story of female power. The Wizard of Oz, My Beloved Witch, Suspiria, The Craft, Maleficent - The portrayal of the witch on the screen oscillates between fascination and dread. She symbolizes the woman who does not fit into the norm: too old, too eager, too learned, too sexy. Drawing on numerous excerpts, the film questions what the witch says about each era and tells, in watermark, a social story of female power, often crushed, sometimes glorified.—Ulf Kjell Gür

Details

Keywords
  • halloween
  • witch
  • feminism
  • hollywood
  • witches
Genres
  • History
  • Documentary
Release date Apr 11, 2020
Motion Picture Rating (MPA) TV-14
Countries of origin France
Language English
Filming locations New York, USA
Production companies Kali Pictures Wichita Films Deskpop Entertainment

Box office

Budget $100000

Tech specs

Runtime 55m
Color Color
Aspect ratio

Synopsis

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