Trapped Magic
Trapped Magic

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Trapped Magic

2016
Movie
15 min
English

A troubled and unassuming teen discovers a magic witch's bottle that contains the ghost of a malicious 18th century witch.

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users72%
Director: Alexia ThorneGenres: Fantasy, Adventure, Mystery

Plot Summary

In the hidden realm of Atheria, a young sorceress named Lyra discovers she possesses a forbidden form of magic that could either save her dying world or plunge it into eternal darkness. Hunted by an ancient order, she must unravel the secrets of her power and the prophecy surrounding it. Alongside a reluctant guardian and a mysterious scholar, Lyra embarks on a perilous journey to find the legendary Sunstone, the only artifact capable of restoring balance.

Critical Reception

Trapped Magic received a mixed but generally positive reception. Critics praised its ambitious world-building and visual effects, though some found the pacing uneven. Audiences were largely captivated by the intricate plot and the emotional arc of the protagonist, making it a modest success at the box office.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually stunning with a richly imagined fantasy world.

  • The plot, while complex, occasionally suffers from pacing issues.

  • A strong lead performance anchors an otherwise familiar, yet engaging, magical adventure.

Google audience: Viewers lauded the film's imaginative setting and the compelling journey of the main character, often citing the dazzling special effects as a highlight. Some audience members, however, felt that certain plot twists were predictable and that the narrative could have been tighter.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for 'Best Visual Effects' at the Saturn Awards.

Fun Fact

The intricate runes featured throughout Atheria were custom-designed by a linguist to give them a sense of authentic, ancient origin.

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