The Witch: Subversion is a South Korean action mystery thriller film that was released on Netflix. The movie revolves around a young girl named Ja-yoon who lives a peaceful life with her adoptive parents. However, her life takes a dramatic turn when a group of mysterious people kidnaps her. After being abducted, Ja-yoon finds herself in a secret facility where she undergoes shocking experiments that activate her hidden superpowers. As the story unfolds, Ja-yoon learns about her true identity and unravels a dark conspiracy involving her past. The film takes audiences on a thrilling ride filled with suspense and unexpected twists.
“I wish you wouldn’t put that witch on ‘Sesame Street’ anymore because . I have been dreaming [of] that witch," a viewer named Rebecca wrote to "Sesame Street" in 1976.
An episode of Sesame Street, allegedly removed from syndication for being too frightening for children, has been posted to social media sites like YouTube and Reddit. Although children were attentive to the parts of the show featuring Hamilton, judging their fear watching the episode was difficult, according to Muppet Wiki.
The film takes audiences on a thrilling ride filled with suspense and unexpected twists. It explores themes of identity, power, and the ethical implications of human experimentation. The Witch: Subversion keeps viewers on the edge of their seats as they try to decipher the truth behind Ja-yoon's powers and the motives of the people who hold her captive.
Episode of 'Sesame Street' allegedly removed for being too frightening is posted to social media
“I wish you wouldn’t put that witch on ‘Sesame Street’ anymore because . I have been dreaming [of] that witch," a viewer named Rebecca wrote to "Sesame Street" in 1976.
June 19, 2022, 3:14 PM UTCAn episode of "Sesame Street," allegedly removed from syndication for being too frightening for children, has been posted to social media sites like YouTube and Reddit.
The episode stars Margaret Hamilton, who revives her role as the Wicked Witch of the West from "The Wizard of Oz."
The plot also takes from "The Wizard of Oz," but rather than seek the return of a pair of ruby slippers, Hamilton seeks a "stolen broom stick."
Hamilton terrorizes David, played by Northern Calloway, throughout the episode to get her broomstick back.
Finally, at the end of the episode, after having posed as an old woman, the witch gets her broom back and flies away.
"This is glorious!" she proclaims. Then, as she shows off, she says: "Look! No hands!"
The broom falls out from beneath her, and David, Big Bird and friends catch it once again.
The "lost" episode aired Feb. 10, 1976, during the seventh season of "Sesame Street," according to the Muppet fan archive Muppet Wiki. The intent of the episode appears to be to teach children how to overcome their fears, as well as “the value of planning by creating and implementing methods of retrieving the broom,” Muppet Wiki writes.
Sesame Workshop was reportedly inundated with complaints from parents about the episode, and it never aired on television again, according to the AV Club. Sesame Workshop did not immediately respond to a request for comment about the episode’s appearing on social media.
The AV Club reported that bootleg versions of the episode would be posted to social media from time to time but that either they would be removed or they were of extremely low quality.
Although it never re-aired on television, the AV Club reported, the episode is preserved in the Library of Congress.
The newest upload of the episode was posted Saturday by YouTube user Mike Minnick. Minnick could not immediately be reached for comment.
On his post, Minnick claims that the episode never made it to television — a claim disputed by the AV Club. Instead, Minnick writes, the episode was shown to test audiences in the 1970s and declared too scary. In Minnick's retelling of why the episode was lost, he claimed Muppet creator Jim Henson deemed the episode to be "too scary" and never allowed it to be broadcast.
Muppet Wiki says the actual history of the episode straddles both stories. It reported that after the episode aired, the show got "an unusually large amount of mail responses from parents, almost entirely negative, within a short time frame."
That prompted additional rounds of test screening in March 1976, about a month after the episode aired, Muppet Wiki said. Although children were attentive to the parts of the show featuring Hamilton, judging their fear watching the episode was difficult, according to Muppet Wiki. It was later advised that the episode not be rerun, Muppet Wiki reported.
In a 1976 handwritten letter addressed to "Sesame Street" archived on Muppet Wiki, a viewer named Rebecca said she had been dreaming of the green-faced witch at bedtime. She wrote, "I wish you wouldn't put that witch on 'Sesame Street' anymore because . I have been dreaming [of] that witch again and again and again and again."
The episode first resurfaced online in 2019, according to Muppet Wiki.
On the newest YouTube post, many say removing the episode was a shame, and others said they were thrilled it had been posted so it could be enjoyed.
"Ladies and Gentlemen of the lost media community, this right here is a huge win for all of us!" one person commented.
Many said they did not find the episode to be very frightening, but one commenter reminded others that young children in the 1970s had more limited exposure to media than young people do now.
"People forget the type of exposure kids had to 'scary things' then compared to today. She was a real life villain, and [in] one of the only kid friendly movies kids could watch," the commenter wrote. "I agree that this was just such a great loss to be gone for so long, especially for Margaret Hamilton. Such a legend."
Hamilton, who died in May 1985, also reprised her role as the witch in television shows like "Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood." In "Mr. Rogers," Hamilton plays herself and discusses what it was like playing the witch.
"When I had the chance to do this, I was very, very happy about it," Hamilton told Rogers. "Sometimes the children think she's a very mean witch, and I expect she does seem that way. . She also is what we refer to as frustrated. She's very unhappy, because she never gets what she wants."
Before she become an actress, Hamilton was a kindergarten teacher, and the AV Club reported that her history as a teacher appeared to be part of the reason she wanted to educate young people about how they could overcome their fears.
Kalhan Rosenblatt is a reporter covering youth and internet culture for NBC News, based in New York.
The movie features impressive action sequences and intense performances from the cast, particularly Kim Da-mi, who portrays Ja-yoon. She delivers a captivating performance as a young woman caught in a web of mystery and danger. The Witch: Subversion offers a fresh take on the superhero genre, blending elements of science fiction, thriller, and drama. It is a thought-provoking film that delves into the consequences of unchecked power and the lengths people would go to manipulate it. Overall, The Witch: Subversion is an engaging and thrilling film that keeps audiences hooked from start to finish. It offers a unique perspective on the superhero genre and leaves viewers yearning for more. Whether you are a fan of Korean cinema or simply enjoy action thrillers with a twist, this movie is definitely worth a watch..
Reviews for "The Witch: Subversion: Discovering Hidden Abilities"
1. John - 2/5
The Witch Subversion had an interesting premise, but it fell flat for me. The story started off promising, with a young girl discovering her hidden powers, but it quickly became convoluted and hard to follow. The action scenes were poorly choreographed and lacked intensity, making them underwhelming. Additionally, the characters were one-dimensional and lacked depth. Overall, I found The Witch Subversion to be a disappointment and would not recommend it.
2. Sarah - 2/5
I had high hopes for The Witch Subversion, but unfortunately, it didn't live up to my expectations. The pacing was slow and dragged on, making it difficult to stay engaged throughout the film. The plot was confusing and lacked coherence, leaving me feeling unsatisfied by the end. The CGI effects were also subpar and took away from the overall viewing experience. While the concept had potential, the execution fell short, resulting in a lackluster film that left me wanting more.
3. Mike - 1/5
I found The Witch Subversion to be incredibly disappointing. The story lacked originality and felt like a poor imitation of other supernatural thriller films. The acting was wooden and unconvincing, making it hard to connect with the characters. The plot twists were predictable and didn't offer any surprises. Additionally, the dialogue felt forced and lacked depth. Overall, I would not recommend wasting your time on The Witch Subversion as it fails to deliver on its promises.