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The Craft
1996 101 min United States of America R 18+
★6.4
Horror, Drama, Fantasy
Director: Andrew Fleming
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Description
A Catholic school newcomer falls in with a clique of teen witches who wield their powers against all who dare to cross them -- be they teachers, rivals or meddlesome parents.
Budget:
$15M
US Gross:
$24.82M
Worldwide:
$24.8M
Starring
Robin Tunney
Actor
Fairuza Balk
Actor
Neve Campbell
Actor
Awards
MTV Movie & TV Awards 1997
— Best Fight
Saturn Awards 1997
— Best Supporting Actress
Saturn Awards 1997
— Best Horror Film
Key opinion
The Craft is widely regarded as a nostalgic, atmospheric cult classic that effectively blends teen drama with supernatural themes. While some critics find the script clichés and dated effects off-putting, many audiences praise the strong performances of the lead cast and the film's lasting influence on the witch-fantasy genre.
| Acting | The four lead actresses provide compelling and distinct performances that anchor the supernatural narrative. | |
| Production | The film successfully captures a distinct 90s-era atmosphere that resonates strongly with audiences. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay is viewed as a mix of effective coming-of-age drama and uneven plotting, with some finding the resolution and character development for the supporting witches underdeveloped. | |
| Production | Opinions on the visual effects and style are polarized; while some appreciate the nostalgic charm, others criticize the visuals for appearing crude and dated by modern standards. | |
| Theme | The film's classification as either a serious thriller or a light teen drama divides viewers who have different expectations for the tone of witch-centric cinema. |