Story was pretty entertaining, although the ending was taken a little too seriously for my liking; it was in keeping with a Rohl Dahl book, but that is just my opinion. I don't regret renting it. As for the casting, the actors were great, the story moved at a decent pace, the cinematograhy was fine.
There has been some contention about this movie's casting options.. but Chris Rock, who doesn't like him? If anything compared to the older movie adaption this one had more depth, and seemed in spirit at least more faithful to the original book. On their own both the old and new movie had their moments - so really forget about comparing them and just consider this movie on its own merits.
Really the only thing wrong with it was the lack of space and/or pirates.. joking.
Don't be afraid to watch it. Also read the book if you get a chance :)
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The Witches (2020), BD
Robert Zemeckis
(Director),
Chris Rock (Voice)
(Actor),
Anne Hathaway
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Format | Subtitled, BD-ROM |
Contributor | Stanley Tucci, Anne Hathaway, Robert Zemeckis, Chris Rock (Voice), Octavia Spencer |
Language | English |
Runtime | 1 hour and 44 minutes |
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Product description
The tale of a young orphaned boy (Jahzir Bruno) who, in late 1967, goes to live with his loving Grandma (Octavia Spencer), in the rural Alabama town of Demopolis. The boy and his grandmother come across some deceptively glamorous but thoroughly diabolical witches, so Grandma wisely whisks our young hero away to an opulent seaside resort. Regrettably, they arrive at precisely the same time that the world's Grand High Witch (Anne Hathaway) has gathered her fellow cronies from around the globe--undercover--to carry out her nefarious plans.
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- Language : English
- Package Dimensions : 16.99 x 13.49 x 1.6 cm; 68 Grams
- Director : Robert Zemeckis
- Media Format : Subtitled, BD-ROM
- Run time : 1 hour and 44 minutes
- Release date : 24 March 2021
- Actors : Chris Rock (Voice), Anne Hathaway, Octavia Spencer, Stanley Tucci
- Subtitles: : English
- Language : English (Dolby Digital 5.1), English (DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1)
- Studio : Roadshow
- ASIN : B07YTDP7P9
- Country of origin : Australia
- Number of discs : 1
- Best Sellers Rank: 5,490 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)
- 4,277 in Movies (Movies & TV)
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Reviewed in Australia on 10 May 2021
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Reviewed in Australia on 21 June 2021
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Whilst this version was a bit more faithful to the source material (slight change to ending and the standard introduction of racial awareness aside), it severely lacked in any great emotional buy in. You just don't get given an opportunity to care about the characters. Normally a fan of Hathaway, but she didn't convince me as the Grand High Witch the same way Angelica Huston did.
Whilst the original adaptation has its own issues, I genuinely believe these are made up for in charm and allowing the viewer to buy in to the story.
Whilst the original adaptation has its own issues, I genuinely believe these are made up for in charm and allowing the viewer to buy in to the story.
Reviewed in Australia on 28 June 2021
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I really enjoyed this movie. I liked the original and loved the book reading it when I was a kid. Best to go into this movie with no book comparing as the backdrop is different. The story is setup in the United States South instead of the UK this time around. The acting, story and effects were all great. Definitely recommend the movie.
Reviewed in Australia on 12 July 2021
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This film had so much unrealised potential. What could have been witty, funny and outrageous was instead let down by an ordinary script and a distractingly bad (Scandianvian?) accent used by Anne Hathaway. Even Octavia Spencer's character was watered-down. Disappointing.
Reviewed in Australia on 3 April 2021
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This movie was ordered for my 7 year old granddaughter. I clearly should have Googled what age group the movie was suitable for. Certainly not suited for a 7 year old. Better for older children.
Reviewed in Australia on 7 June 2021
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Though there are a few aspects of it that might be scary for some children. Mind the movie rating. I am rating it as a stand-alone movie not comparing it to the book or the previous movie, and I found it sufficiently entertaining as an adult and the kids enjoyed it too!
Reviewed in Australia on 3 August 2021
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Didn’t really watch much of it. Lost interest in it pretty quick. Others might like it but my family didnt
Reviewed in Australia on 17 April 2021
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Hated it!! It portrayed witches as demons which could give kids nightmares for one. Then there was racial crap brought into it - not needed at all. Then the rich glutinous kid ends up staying with grandma like wtf. That’s not how the story goes. Stick to the script!!
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Rebecca
5.0 out of 5 stars
Simply superb
Reviewed in the United States on 24 October 2021Verified Purchase
My expectations were very high, as the original is one of our favorite films. However, this remake didn't disappoint! With new twists and turns expertly grafted into this interpretation, it kept us glued to our tv—a must-watch for those who loved the first film or those who are new to this viewing.
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a.Nicole
5.0 out of 5 stars
My Family Love This Movie💕💖
Reviewed in the United States on 22 February 2022Verified Purchase
Just Received My Blue Ray Dvd Today And Must Say My Family and I Enjoyed This A lot Love How They Recreated it I Remember seeing The Old Movie When I was a Little Girl now That I'm Grown and Haven't seen The Old Movie in Like Forever I Saw This so I Was Like Let Me Order it and I'm Glad I Did Very Outstanding Movie This Movie is Great For Children's to Watch You Will Love it Please Purchase Get it Now⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Amy
3.0 out of 5 stars
Great Cast
Reviewed in the United States on 16 August 2021Verified Purchase
Great cast and special affects but the older version was better content wise.
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T.A.S.Lover
1.0 out of 5 stars
Boring. .
Reviewed in the United States on 10 September 2021Verified Purchase
Worst Anne Hathaway movie ever.
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Kira J Lucas
1.0 out of 5 stars
Bad
Reviewed in the United States on 2 August 2021Verified Purchase
Worst movie i ever saw
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