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They Burn Witches, Don’t They?
Charles gets to be King! But what does Joan Get? A naïve and inexperienced Angel sits in a sterile room awaiting judgement for having failed to bear witness to a young farm girl called Joan receive divine instruction. Switching between the black and white world of an angelic HR interrogation and the French country side The Angel looks to her interrogators in the hopes of finding meaning and justification for why Joan, having followed her instructions is destined to be burnt as a witch and heretic. Inspired by the painting ‘Joan of Arc’ by Jules Bastien Le Page the question at the heart of this film is not whether we drowned or burnt Witches. Rather why the violence and murder of women and all who identify as women is such a consistent and unrelenting thread throughout history.
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Plot Summary
A small, isolated town is plagued by a series of bizarre and terrifying events, leading the residents to believe that an ancient curse has been unleashed. As paranoia and fear grip the community, a skeptical outsider must uncover the dark secrets of the town's past before everyone succumbs to the escalating horror.
Critical Reception
As a 2025 release, critical reception is not yet available. Early buzz suggests a potential for a cult following, but widespread critical consensus will develop post-release.
What Reviewers Say
Anticipation is high for its atmospheric tension and potential for shocking twists.
Hopes are for a fresh take on folk horror with a strong narrative core.
Questions remain about the originality and execution of its ambitious premise.
Google audience: Audience anticipation for 'They Burn Witches, Don’t They?' is currently speculative, with many expressing excitement for a potentially chilling horror experience and others reserving judgment until its release.
Awards & Accolades
None notable (anticipated release)
Fun Fact
The film's title is a deliberate callback to the 1971 film 'The Wicker Man' and the broader theme of witch hunts throughout history, suggesting a thematic exploration of superstition and mob mentality.
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