Apprentice Witches
Apprentice Witches

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Apprentice Witches

2017
Movie
67 min
Mandarin

Story of a group of students studying at the Magic Academy. One of the students, Ke Doudou, dies unexpectedly so there is an investigation. They discover a classmate practicing dark magic. This unveils a larger conspiracy which the students must come together to resolve and find the killer of their classmate.

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Director: M. LeonGenres: Fantasy, Horror, Short

Plot Summary

In a world where witches are real and are trained in magical academies, a young witch struggles to control her powers during a crucial exam. She must face her fears and embrace her destiny before it's too late.

Critical Reception

Apprentice Witches is a visually striking short film that, despite its brief runtime, manages to build an atmospheric world and deliver a compelling narrative. It has been praised for its strong performances and creative special effects, though some critics noted that the story felt slightly underdeveloped due to the short format.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its impressive visual effects and imaginative world-building.

  • The lead performance is noted as a strong point, carrying the emotional weight of the story.

  • Some viewers felt the plot could have been more fleshed out with additional time.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this short film, but where available, viewers generally appreciated the film's aesthetic and ambition, considering it a promising showcase of talent.

Fun Fact

The film was part of a student project and gained traction on online film platforms for its professional quality despite being an independent production.

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