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Practical Magic(1998) - Casting a 90s Spell on Us?

Not seen it? We'll help you decide if this 90s supernatural romantic fantasy is your kind of movie — completely spoiler free. Seen it? We reveal things you may have missed, the details you didn't notice and uncover the hidden layers behind the film. This week, Marc, Darren and Paul crack open Practical Magic (1998), the supernatural fantasy starring Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman as sisters from a long line of witches. PART 1 – The Nutshell – If you haven't seen it A spoiler-free breakdown designed to help you decide if this supernatural fantasy is your kind of film and worth your time. We explore a story centred around two sisters, a family legacy and a world where magic is very much part of everyday life. We'll help you quickly understand the tone, style and experience of the film, from its distinctive 90s aesthetic and autumnal atmosphere to its blend of romance, comedy, fantasy and darker supernatural elements. By the end of Part 1, you will have made a decision! PART 2 – The Unboxing – If you've seen it What Did You Miss? The things you missed, the details you didn't notice and the hidden layers behind the film. The lads explore the film's distinctive aesthetic, the relationship between its central sisters, its themes of family, acceptance and belonging, and why Practical Magic has developed such a strong cult following. We also look at the film's unusual mixture of genres and the way its visual style, characters and atmosphere have helped give it such a lasting 90s identity. Paul's Facts of the Day Paul dives into the fascinating world behind Practical Magic with a collection of facts, trivia and stories about the making of the film. From the creation of the iconic Owens house and the unusual story behind its production design to the casting changes, the original music being replaced and what really happened during the famous margarita scene, there's plenty to discover. Hate It or Rate It? The guys give their opinion on the movie and score it out of 10. Where does it enter the LEGEND LEAGUE? Find out where Practical Magic takes its place among every movie we've featured and rated on the podcast. PART 3 – The Lobby – All about you! The Inbox Your chance to get involved and join the conversation. Moviecast Web Browser Game: https://moviecast.app/ Question of the Week Got a great movie question? Send it in and you might hear it featured on the show! Next Week's Movie The big reveal of next week's movie! It's Field of Dreams (1989), chosen by Carlson Stanton and available on Netflix. Listen Now https://2ly.link/24tPI League Tables The Legend League Every movie we've featured and rated on the podcast. https://linkly.link/2Bfcv The Listener League See how we rated the movies chosen by our listeners. https://linkly.link/2Bi9I Join the Conversation Voice Message: https://linkly.link/2FuSQ Email: hello@moviesinanutshell.com Socials Website: https://www.moviesinanutshell.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moviesinanut Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moviesinanut Your Hosts Marc Farquhar Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marcfarquhar Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themarcfarquhar Darren Horne LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne Paul Day Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pauldaylive23 Music & Sound Effects Main Theme TV Show Intro Logo https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/musical-tv-show-intro-logo-185797/ Music Bed Protofunk Attribution Code "Protofunk" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Cinema Projector Kakaist https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/technology-cinema-projector-314492/ Swoosh Trading_Nation https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/film-special-effects-transition-fleeting-121419/ Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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Not seen it?

We'll help you decide if this 90s supernatural romantic fantasy is your kind of movie — completely spoiler free.

Seen it?

We reveal things you may have missed, the details you didn't notice and uncover the hidden layers behind the film.

This week, Marc, Darren and Paul crack open Practical Magic (1998), the supernatural fantasy starring Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman as sisters from a long line of witches.

PART 1 – The Nutshell – If you haven't seen it

A spoiler-free breakdown designed to help you decide if this supernatural fantasy is your kind of film and worth your time.

We explore a story centred around two sisters, a family legacy and a world where magic is very much part of everyday life.

We'll help you quickly understand the tone, style and experience of the film, from its distinctive 90s aesthetic and autumnal atmosphere to its blend of romance, comedy, fantasy and darker supernatural elements.

By the end of Part 1, you will have made a decision!

PART 2 – The Unboxing – If you've seen it

What Did You Miss?

The things you missed, the details you didn't notice and the hidden layers behind the film.

The lads explore the film's distinctive aesthetic, the relationship between its central sisters, its themes of family, acceptance and belonging, and why Practical Magic has developed such a strong cult following.

We also look at the film's unusual mixture of genres and the way its visual style, characters and atmosphere have helped give it such a lasting 90s identity.

Paul's Facts of the Day

Paul dives into the fascinating world behind Practical Magic with a collection of facts, trivia and stories about the making of the film.

From the creation of the iconic Owens house and the unusual story behind its production design to the casting changes, the original music being replaced and what really happened during the famous margarita scene, there's plenty to discover.