Spellbinder
Spellbinder

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Spellbinder

1988
Movie
99 min
English

After leaving work one night, Los Angeles attorney Jeff Mills and his colleague rescue a young, beautiful woman from an abusive boyfriend. Jeff soon becomes romantically involved with her and embroiled in the web of intrigue that follows her, despite a string of ominous happenstances and repeated warnings from his secretary.

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IMDb7.0/10
Director: Ngaire DrakeGenres: Family, Fantasy, Adventure

Plot Summary

Two teenagers discover an ancient amulet that transports one of them back in time to the mythical land of Spellbinder. There, she must navigate a world of magic and intrigue, facing challenges and forming unlikely alliances to find her way back home. Meanwhile, her friend on Earth grapples with keeping the secret and trying to help her return.

Critical Reception

Spellbinder was a popular children's television series in the late 1980s and early 1990s, particularly in Australia and the UK. While not a major critical darling, it was praised for its imaginative storytelling, adventurous plot, and appeal to younger audiences. It garnered a strong following and is remembered fondly as a classic piece of children's fantasy television.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its engaging fantasy world and compelling adventure.

  • Appreciated for its relatable teenage protagonists and exploration of friendship.

  • Noted for its ambitious storytelling within a children's television format.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the nostalgic appeal of Spellbinder, with many viewers remembering it as a cherished part of their childhood. The show is frequently commended for its creative premise and its ability to transport viewers to a magical realm. Some viewers also point out the effectiveness of its visual effects for its time and the memorable characters.

Fun Fact

The series was filmed in and around Sydney, Australia, utilizing various scenic locations to bring the fictional world of Spellbinder to life.

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kevin2019

kevin2019

"Spellbinder" draws most of its inspiration from the undisputed genre classic "The Wicker Man" (1973) and it manages to add a few extra touches of its own (the satanists making a blood sacrifice). It also draws some additional inspiration f...

Wuchak

Wuchak

**_Timothy Daly and Kelly Preston enjoy a romance and grapple with cultists in SoCal_** A lawyer in Los Angeles (Daly) helps a woman (Preston) abused by a mysterious man. As they develop a relationship, he discovers that there’s a secret...

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