School for Witches
School for Witches

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School for Witches

1990
Movie
89 min
Spanish

Team of fake-seance gals open a school to learn witchery, accidentally link up with a young woman with real telepathic abilities. Meanwhile, some mafiosi have kidnapped a bunch of children...

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IMDb5.1/10
Director: John L. MurrayGenres: Horror, Comedy

Plot Summary

A group of young women attends a mysterious boarding school where they discover they possess latent magical powers. As they delve into the secrets of the school and their abilities, they must contend with a dark force lurking within its ancient walls. The film follows their journey of self-discovery and their fight for survival.

Critical Reception

School for Witches received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its campy humor and visual style, while others found its plot predictable and its acting uneven. Audiences generally enjoyed its lighthearted take on the horror genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its fun, B-movie aesthetic and a few memorable comedic moments.

  • Criticized for a weak script and uninspired performances.

  • Seen as a lighthearted, albeit forgettable, entry in the witch-themed horror genre.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, but those available often cite it as a fun, campy watch with a nostalgic appeal for fans of 90s low-budget horror-comedies. Some viewers found the humor to be hit-or-miss.

Fun Fact

Despite the title and premise, the film primarily features teenage girls learning about witchcraft rather than focusing on a traditional 'school for witches' setting, leaning more into a supernatural teen comedy-drama.

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