يد الساحرة

A young orphaned boy goes to live with his grandmother in Norway, only to stumble upon a secret convention of witches who are plotting to turn all the children of England into mice. He must find a way to stop them with the help of his grandmother.

The Witches was met with mixed to positive reviews from critics, who praised its visual effects, Anjelica Huston's performance, and its faithful adaptation of Roald Dahl's novel, though some found it a bit too frightening for younger audiences. It has since gained a cult following.

• Anjelica Huston's terrifying portrayal of the Grand High Witch is a standout.

• The film successfully captures the dark whimsy and suspense of Roald Dahl's original story.

• Some viewers found the transformation scenes quite disturbing for a children's film.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's dark humor and Huston's performance, finding it a unique and memorable adaptation of the beloved book. Some considered it a bit scary for very young children.

Nominated for Saturn Award for Best Costume Design and Best Makeup. Anjelica Huston received a BAFTA nomination for Best Actress.

The film uses animatronics and prosthetics to create the witches' appearances, with Anjelica Huston undergoing extensive makeup and costume changes for her role as the Grand High Witch.