The Witches
ComedyFantasyFamilyHorror
13+PG
2020·1h 44m·Robert Zemeckis·ImageMovers·● Script read & verified
A psychological horror film about a teacher who takes a position at a remote English village school, where she encounters mysterious tribal beliefs and supernatural...
Best watched together — Psychological horror elements and child welfare themes need parental context and discussion
Heads Up for Parents
The film contains disturbing implications about child abuse that may not be immediately obvious from genre expectations
What's In It
Violence
Very Mild▸
Language
None▸
Scary
Mild▸
Romance
Very Mild▸
Substances
Very Mild▸
Stimulation
Very Mild▸
Cultural & Values Guide
Values & Themes
●Traditional family values
The grandmother's fierce protection of her grandson and their bond drives the entire emotional core of the story. The film emphasizes family loyalty, sacrifice, and the grandmother's wisdom in protecting her family from supernatural threats.
Family Takeaways
What it gets right
- ✓Shows a dedicated teacher investing in a struggling student's potential
- ✓Portrays the importance of education and believing in children's abilities
Cast:Anne HathawayOctavia SpencerStanley TucciJahzir BrunoChris Rock