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Abracadabra
In 1980, a crack team of Taoists (garbed like ninjas!) successfully vanquish a mob of ghosts -- except for female demon Pinkish Red, who manages to escape. Six years later, Cici Shin (Charine Chan Kar-ling) and her cousin, Lily Li (Ann Bridgewater), open a boutique and need a mirror for their fitting room. The mall security guard finds one for them in the basement but, naturally, Pinkish Red resides inside it and, when Cici cleans the mirror’s surface, the ghost is able to enter back into the real world.
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Plot Summary
A young boy named Dan discovers he has the ability to perform magic after finding a mysterious magic book. He attempts to use his newfound powers to impress a girl and win a school competition, but his magical mishaps lead to hilarious chaos. With the help of his friends, he must learn to control his abilities before they spiral completely out of control.
Critical Reception
Abracadabra was generally well-received by audiences, particularly families and younger viewers, for its lighthearted humor and magical premise. While not a critical darling, it resonated with its target demographic for its simple charm and positive messages about friendship and self-discovery.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its whimsical and family-friendly magical adventures.
Enjoyed for its lighthearted comedy and relatable young protagonists.
Noted for its somewhat predictable plot but overall engaging entertainment for children.
Google audience: Audience reception information is not readily available for this film.
Fun Fact
The film was an Australian production, aiming to bring a distinctly local flavor to the magical fantasy genre.
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