Join this week’s guest
author of the Antidote to Magical Thinking and I on the tenth episode of In Kino Veritās — a podcast where the guest picks a film, we both watch, and discuss.
We don’t simply review films but dive deep into their themes, characters and cultural context. In this episode we explore the 2015 Robert Egger’s film The Witch. Robert Eggers’ inaugural film & horror par excellence. We discuss the themes of witchcraft, community & family, and Puritanism.
Enjoy this special Halloween episode!
Where you can stream The Witch
(Use your local library to get a physical copy for free)
Main Points
Witchcraft & it’s Origins
Egger’s Unique Cinematography
Synopsis and Initial Impressions of The Witch
Themes of Liberation vs. Devil Worship
Historical Accuracy and Puritanism
Puritanism was BASED ashckully
Puritanism and the Concept of Conquering Nature
Solitude and the Unraveling of the Family
Thomasson’s Arch - Chosen or Directed?
Caleb’s Death & Religious Ambiguity
The Apple and Luciferian Freedom
Eggers’ Magical Realism and William’s Demise
Patriarchal Undermining and Conclusion
The Ending
Thomasin’s Empowerment vs. Exchange of Masters
The Devil’s Bargain and Thomasin’s Choice
Anya Taylor-Joy’s Portrayal of Thomasin
Interpretations of Lucifer/Satan
