Review of The Witches (1990) by Eric H — 26 Mar 2014
This has to be one of the most brilliant adaptations of any novel ever. Anjelica Huston's performance as the Grand High Witch is just absolutely magnificent and superb. The one thing which lets it down though, is the ending.
As anyone who has read the book will know, this is not the ending which is in the novel. Having said that though, it is an excellent adaption of Dahl's novel for the most part. The casting is pretty good too, though one would have to question the over-reactions of Brenda Blethyn's character, Mrs.
Jenkins, in this movie. The score is excellent and very appropriate for this particularly story. I first read this novel when I was 11 years old and I have to say that, as well as being quite scary, it was also extremely entertaining.
There is a good morale lesson for kids in this movie. A truly excellent film indeed.
This review of The Witches (1990) was written by Eric H on 26 Mar 2014.
The Witches has generally received positive reviews.
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