The Craft (1996) – Official Trailer (HD)

𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝘾𝙧𝙖𝙛𝙩 (1996) is a supernatural horror film directed by Andrew Fleming. The movie follows four teenage girls at a high school in Los Angeles who delve into witchcraft, unleashing both empowerment and unforeseen consequences. It’s a standout in the genre, blending horror, psychological tension, and high school drama.

Main Plot:

• Protagonist: Sarah Bailey (Robin Tunney) is a new girl in town who joins a trio of misfit friends: Nancy (Fairuza Balk), Bonnie (Neve Campbell), and Rochelle (Rachel True). The group soon discovers Sarah has natural magical abilities.
• World of Witchcraft: Together, they explore magic to improve their lives. Initially, their spells bring positive changes: Sarah gains confidence, Bonnie heals her scars, Rochelle gets revenge on a bully, and Nancy gains limitless power.
• The Dark Turn: As their powers grow, things spiral out of control. Nancy becomes consumed by her hunger for power, leading to the group’s eventual breakdown and escalating conflicts.
• Key Conflict: Sarah realizes Nancy’s dangerous descent and must confront her former friend to save herself.

Themes and Style:

The film explores themes of power, friendship, isolation, and the consequences of abusing magical abilities. It has a dark, atmospheric tone with striking visuals of spellcasting and a narrative balancing reality and the supernatural.

The Craft became a cult classic, particularly in 1990s pop culture, thanks to its talented cast, Gothic aesthetic, and gripping performances.