Burn witch burn is a 1962 British horror film directed by Sidney Hayers. The film revolves around a young woman named Tansy, who is married to a college professor named Norman. Tansy starts experiencing strange occurrences in her home, such as objects moving on their own and eerie noises. She becomes convinced that she is being targeted by witches and starts researching witchcraft. Tansy discovers that her husband may be involved in witchcraft and becomes determined to uncover the truth. She seeks the help of a psychiatrist named Dr.
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The actual villain is supposed to be a mystery, though the identity was made clear in the Leiber original and in both other film versions of Conjure Wife there was a 1980 parody version titled Witches Brew. Although the screenplay is credited to vet sci fi scribes Richard Matheson and Charles Beaumont, British writer George Baxt has long claimed he was responsible for an underground rewrite.
She seeks the help of a psychiatrist named Dr. Hendricks, who initially dismisses her claims as delusions. However, as Tansy's experiences become more intense and dangerous, Dr.
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Genres - Horror, Drama, Thriller | Sub-Genres - Gothic Film, Supernatural Horror | Release Date - Apr 25, 1962 (USA), May 1, 1962 (USA - Unknown) | Run Time - 90 min. | Countries - United Kingdom | MPAA Rating - NR
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Synopsis by Hal Erickson
Night of the Eagle was the second film version of Fritz Leiber Jr.'s Conjure Wife (the first was Weird Woman, perhaps the best of Universal's low-budget "Inner Sanctum" series of the 1940s). The film's title was possibly meant to invoke memories of the earlier Night of the Demon (58); both films involve a rational scientist (in the case of Night of the Eagle, Peter Wyngarde) forced to accept the existence of the supernatural. All evidence points to the conclusion that the scientist's American wife Janet Blair is the reincarnation of a witch, and a practitioner of voodoo. The actual villain is supposed to be a mystery, though the identity was made clear in the Leiber original and in both other film versions of Conjure Wife (there was a 1980 parody version titled Witches Brew). The supernatural aspect of Night of the Eagle is convincingly handled, including a knockout sequence with a wild eagle rampaging through the scientist's tranquil study. Adapted by Twilight Zone stalwarts Richard Matheson and Charles Beaumont, the British-made Night of the Eagle was released in the US as Burn, Witch, Burn.
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professor, teacher, wife, witchcraft, career, marriage, occult, success, voodoo, witch, college, deception, power, protection, rescue, Satanism, eagle, train [locomotive]
Hendricks starts to believe her and offers his assistance. Together, Tansy and Dr. Hendricks uncover a coven of witches that includes several influential members of society, including Norman's colleague, Lindsay. The witches plan to sacrifice Tansy to gain immortality, but she manages to escape their clutches with Dr. Hendricks' help. In the climax of the film, Tansy and Dr. Hendricks confront the coven of witches in a dramatic confrontation. Tansy uses her knowledge of witchcraft to defeat the witches and survive their attacks. The film ends with Tansy and Dr. Hendricks victorious, but the final scene implies that the threat of witchcraft still exists. Burn witch burn is a classic horror film that combines elements of supernatural and psychological horror. It explores themes of paranoia, betrayal, and the power of belief. The performances in the film are strong, particularly Janet Blair as Tansy and Peter Wyngarde as Dr. Hendricks. Overall, Burn witch burn is a captivating and chilling film that keeps the audience on the edge of their seats. It remains a classic in the horror genre and is worth watching for fans of supernatural horror..
Reviews for "The Strong Female Characters of 'Burn Witch Burn': An Exploration of the Cast's Roles"
1. Jane - 2/5 - I was really disappointed with "Burn Witch Burn Cast". The acting felt forced and the plot was convoluted. I couldn't connect with any of the characters and found myself constantly checking the time, waiting for it to be over. The special effects were also lackluster and didn't add anything to the story. Overall, I wouldn't recommend wasting your time on this movie.
2. Mike - 1/5 - "Burn Witch Burn Cast" was one of the worst movies I've ever seen. The storyline was boring and predictable, and the acting was cringe-worthy. The dialogue was cheesy and the characters were one-dimensional. I felt like I wasted my money and couldn't wait for it to end. Save yourself the disappointment and skip this film.
3. Sarah - 2/5 - I had high hopes for "Burn Witch Burn Cast" but was let down. The plot had potential but it was poorly executed. The pacing was off, with long stretches of nothing happening followed by rushed and confusing scenes. The acting was subpar and the characters lacked depth. Overall, I found it to be a forgettable and underwhelming film that I wouldn't recommend.