The Girl on the Broomstick
The Girl on the Broomstick

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The Girl on the Broomstick

1972
Movie
76 min
Czech

A teenage witch, frozen in time as a punishment for 300 years, finds herself in a modern world.

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IMDb7.0/10
Director: Václav VorlíčekGenres: Comedy, Family, Fantasy

Plot Summary

A young witch named Saxana is tired of living in a magical boarding school and dreams of experiencing the human world. She escapes with the help of a talking raven and a mischievous sprite. Once in the human world, Saxana finds that it's not as easy as she imagined, facing challenges with school, friendships, and even love. Eventually, she must decide if the magical world or the human world truly holds her destiny.

Critical Reception

The Girl on the Broomstick is a beloved Czechoslovakian fantasy film, cherished for its whimsical storytelling, charming performances, and unique blend of magic and everyday life. It was a significant success with younger audiences and remains a nostalgic favorite, often praised for its imaginative visuals and good-natured humor.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its imaginative and child-friendly fantasy elements.

  • Appreciated for its charming and memorable lead character, Saxana.

  • Noted for its gentle humor and whimsical approach to magic.

  • Considered a delightful fairy tale that appeals to all ages.

Google audience: Audience reception data for 'The Girl on the Broomstick' on Google is not readily available, but it is generally regarded as a classic children's fantasy film with enduring appeal.

Fun Fact

The film's iconic character Saxana became so popular that she later starred in a sequel, 'Saxana and the Citadel of Diamonds' (1978), and a television series.

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