Witches (2024)

Name: Witches
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2024
Duration: 90 min
Rating: 7.8
Cast: Elizabeth Sankey, Sophia Di Martino, Catherine Cho, David Emson, Shema Tariq

1h 30m United Kingdom

Documentary

Plot

Elizabeth Sankey’s poignant documentary explores the intersection of witchcraft in cinema and the stark realities of postpartum depression. Through a rich tapestry of film clips from various eras, she weaves together compelling visual narratives with her own heartfelt experiences. The film invites viewers to reflect on how the portrayal of witches has evolved and how these representations resonate with the struggles faced by many new mothers. By blending historical footage with intimate storytelling, Sankey sheds light on a rarely discussed topic, creating a powerful dialogue between fantasy and lived experience.

Cast

Elizabeth Sankey Sophia Di Martino Catherine Cho David Emson Shema Tariq Milli Richards Lucy Warwick-Guasp Krystal Wilkinson Chrissy Jayarajah Jude Barrington-Smuts Marion Gibson Trudi Seneviratne Emily Hawkerr