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A Time for Witches
Twenty years old prostitute and drug addict, Jola, by chance meets Andrzej, a "railway station gay". They try to stay together, in spite of numerous diffculties. They both are carriers of the HIV virus. At the end of their travels they find themselves in the Red Palace - formerly the recreation centre for Party dignitaries, now a home for AIDS sufferers - which is run by father Jan. In the nearby small town aggression begins to grow again the unwanted guests; the house have been promised to the local people for housing purposes... The lives and fates of Jola, Andrzej, and father Jan become increasingly intertwined with one another...
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Plot Summary
A young woman inherits a remote, isolated house in the countryside, only to discover that it is haunted by the malevolent spirit of her grandmother. As she delves deeper into the house's dark past and her family's history, she uncovers a sinister plot involving witchcraft and betrayal. She must confront the spectral presence and her own family's secrets to survive.
Critical Reception
A Time for Witches received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its atmospheric tension and performances, while others found its plot predictable and execution lacking. Audiences were similarly divided, with the film appealing more to fans of supernatural thrillers than to a broader demographic.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its gothic atmosphere and suspenseful moments.
Criticized for a somewhat convoluted plot and underdeveloped characters.
Effective for fans of low-budget supernatural thrillers.
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Fun Fact
While the film was released in 1994, its production and distribution history is somewhat obscure, leading to limited widely available information about its creation.
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