The Witch (2016)
The Witch (2016) is a haunting period horror film directed by Robert Eggers, set in 1630s New England. It follows a Puritan family who faces terrifying supernatural forces after being banished from their plantation and settling near a secluded forest. As strange and sinister events begin to plague the family, suspicion and paranoia mount, particularly focusing on the teenage daughter, Thomasin, whom they accuse of witchcraft. The film masterfully blends historical authenticity with folklore to create an eerie atmosphere, exploring themes of religious fanaticism, isolation, and the disintegration of family bonds through fear and hysteria.
