I married a witch trailer The film "I Married a Witch" is a romantic comedy directed by René Clair and released in 1942. The movie revolves around a witch who seeks revenge on a man who is a descendent of the Puritan who condemned her and her father to death in the 17th century. The trailer for this film effectively captures the comedy and romance that the audience can expect. The trailer starts by introducing the main characters of the movie. We are quickly introduced to Veronica Lake, who plays the role of Jennifer, the witch. She is portrayed as gorgeous and mysterious, with her long flowing hair and bewitching smile.
On Henning's last TV special, he closed it with these poignant words, which I love:
"Anything the mind can conceive is possible. Nothing is impossible. All you have to do is look within and you can realize your fondest dreams. I would like to wish each one of you all of life's wonders and a joyful age of enlightenment."
He also created stage effects through his own production company for the music industry, including videos and concerts by Michael Jackson and Earth, Wind, and Fire. His fascination with yoga and the idea of levitation he d seen another magician do it on The Ed Sullivan Show when he was young inspired him to abandon his magic career and run for political office for something called the Natural Law Party in Britain and then later in Canada.
She is portrayed as gorgeous and mysterious, with her long flowing hair and bewitching smile. The trailer then shifts to the male lead, played by Fredric March, who plays the role of Wallace. He is shown as a successful politician with a successful career but lacking in the love department.
Oh, Oh, Oh, It's Magic!
The week is proving to be busy, so it's time for a perfectly irrelevant post - how many songs can I list off the top of my head that are about magic or have the word magic in the title? As The Amazing Mumford from Sesame Street would say, abracadabra a la peanut butter sandwiches, here we go!
Do You Believe In Magic - The Lovin' Spoonful Magic Man - Heart Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic - The Police Black Magic Woman - Santana Abracadabra - Steve Miller Strange Magic - Electric Light OrchestraMagic - Pilot
That Old Black Magic - Frank Sinatra
Magic Carpet Ride - Steppenwolf
Magic - The Cars
You Can Do Magic - America
Magical Mystery Tour - The Beatles
Magic - Olivia Newton John
Puff the Magic Dragon - Peter, Paul and Mary
I Put A Spell On You - Screamin' Jay Hawkins
Magic Bus - The Who
By the way, that mythical looking cat in the photo above is magician Doug Henning, who made many a TV appearance in the 70s. With his rainbow colored costumes, long curly locks and mustache and a later interest in transcendental meditation, you could say Henning was the original hippie magician. I was surprised to recently discover that sadly, he passed away in 2000 at the age of 52 from cancer. I don't really remember a word being said about it at the time, which is why he deserves some attention on this blog.
Henning was born in Canada and starting performing magic when he was only 14 years old. Besides appearing alongside The Muppets and on Broadway, Henning enjoyed an annual special on NBC called Doug Henning's World of Magic. It debuted in 1975 and continued for seven years, drawing millions of viewers each time. He also created stage effects through his own production company for the music industry, including videos and concerts by Michael Jackson and Earth, Wind, and Fire.
He was also a bit of a crackpot. His fascination with yoga and the idea of levitation (he'd seen another magician do it on The Ed Sullivan Show when he was young) inspired him to abandon his magic career and run for political office for something called the Natural Law Party in Britain and then later in Canada. The Natural Law Party believed in "yogic flying," in which followers would hurl themselves a few inches into the air from a seated yoga position. Henning claimed that worldwide problems such as taxes, debt and disease could be cured by the exercise.
Needless to say, Henning didn't secure the minimum number of votes to run for political office, and he retired from that as well, turning his attention to transcendental mediation, and even toyed with the idea of opening up a TM theme park.
On Henning's last TV special, he closed it with these poignant words, which I love:
"Anything the mind can conceive is possible. Nothing is impossible. All you have to do is look within and you can realize your fondest dreams. I would like to wish each one of you all of life's wonders and a joyful age of enlightenment."
What do you know - this post turned out to be more than irrelevant!
Here's some clips of Henning's TV and Broadway appearances, from back in his heyday:
Needless to say, Henning didn't secure the minimum number of votes to run for political office, and he retired from that as well, turning his attention to transcendental mediation, and even toyed with the idea of opening up a TM theme park.
The trailer sets up the premise by showing how Jennifer plans to ruin Wallace's political career and life by using her witchcraft. Throughout the trailer, snippets of witty dialogue and comedic moments are showcased. Jennifer's mischievous nature and her attempts to interfere with Wallace's life are portrayed in a humorous way. The trailer also gives glimpses of the various spells and witchcraft that Jennifer uses to create chaos in Wallace's life. These moments are accompanied by a lively and playful soundtrack that enhances the comedic tone of the trailer. As the trailer progresses, it shifts focus to the romantic aspect of the story. We see how Jennifer's plans to ruin Wallace's life take an unexpected turn when she falls in love with him. This sparks conflict between her duties as a witch and her growing feelings for Wallace. The trailer teases the audience with snippets of romantic moments between the two leads, highlighting the chemistry between them. The trailer ends with a series of quick cuts, showing the audience the various humorous and romantic scenes they can expect from the film. It leaves the viewers wanting more, eager to see how the story unfolds and whether Jennifer and Wallace will be able to overcome the obstacles in their path. Overall, the trailer for "I Married a Witch" effectively captures the comedic and romantic elements of the film. It showcases the talented cast, witty dialogue, and the enchanting world of witchcraft, leaving the audience excited to watch the full movie..
Reviews for "Spells and surprises: A sneak peek into the plot of 'I Married a Witch"
1. Samantha - 1 star
I was really disappointed with the "I married a witch" trailer. The story seemed cheesy and predictable, and the acting felt forced. The trailer didn't give me any reason to want to watch the movie, as it failed to create any sense of intrigue or excitement. The humor fell flat, and overall, it just didn't capture my interest. I wouldn't recommend wasting your time on this one.
2. Michael - 2 stars
I found "I married a witch" trailer to be lackluster and uninspiring. It felt like a regurgitation of other romantic comedies with a supernatural twist, and the trailer did nothing to make it stand out. The dialogue seemed cliché, and the chemistry between the lead actors felt forced. I was hoping for something fresh and original, but this trailer failed to deliver. It won't be on my must-watch list.
3. Sarah - 2 stars
The "I married a witch" trailer left me underwhelmed. The storyline seemed unoriginal, and the comedy felt forced. The jokes fell flat, and the overall tone of the trailer didn't grab my attention. It looked like a typical romantic comedy with a supernatural element, and there was nothing about it that made me excited to watch the movie. I'll pass on this one.
4. James - 1 star
I can't say I enjoyed the "I married a witch" trailer. It felt like a cookie-cutter romantic comedy with a predictable plot and flat characters. The humor seemed forced, and the trailer didn't offer anything to make it stand out from similar films. The acting appeared lackluster, and I didn't find myself interested in the story. I'll be skipping this movie based on the trailer alone.