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The Witch (1906)

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Plot

In the grand tapestry of a fantastical fairy tale, the legendary filmmaker Georges Méliès weaves a narrative interlaced with divine elements, mystical creatures, and humanity's stalwart protectors, all battling the looming shadow of malevolent forces. Méliès himself steps into the role of the Fairy Carabosse, an infamous and aged enchantress whose whims can lead to either benevolence or disaster. Within the crumbling walls of her castle's laboratory, she stirs a magical brew, an act interrupted by the arrival of a penniless troubadour yearning to know his destiny and the identity of his true love. Heeding his plea, the disfigured sorceress unveils the ghostly image of a damsel in distress, a clarion call for the lovesick youth's imminent adventure. Yet, the crucial talisman for his daring journey into the foreboding Tower of Doom can only be procured through a hefty payment of gold or a cunning trick. However, one must ponder the wisdom of duping a personification of evil. Can the troubadour navigate this precarious path without succumbing to the treacherous whims of the Fairy Carabosse? This captivating tale of love, fate, and courage will keep you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end.

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The Witch is a family movie featuring Georges Méliès.

The Witch is currently streaming on Criterion Channel and Max.