The Crucible
Arthur Miller's timeless tale of truth on trial.
Set in 1692 Salem, Massachusetts, a group of young girls, led by Tituba, engage in nocturnal activities to attract boys, unknowingly igniting a chain of events. Their midnight rituals catch the attention of a local priest, leading to rumors of witchcraft spreading through the community. This sparks a terrifying witch hunt, resulting in numerous arrests and accusations against innocent people. A judge arrives from Boston to oversee the proceedings, but his obsession with rooting out evil leads to the acceptance of even the most ludicrous claims. The film explores the devastating impact of fear and hysteria on society, highlighting the consequences of abandoning reason in the face of chaos.
1996 · Drama, History · United States of America
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Set in 1692 Salem, Massachusetts, a group of young girls, led by Tituba, engage in nocturnal activities to attract boys, unknowingly igniting a chain of events. Their midnight rituals catch the attention of a local priest, leading to rumors of witchcraft spreading through the community. This sparks a terrifying witch hunt, resulting in numerous arrests and accusations against innocent people. A judge arrives from Boston to oversee the proceedings, but his obsession with rooting out evil leads to the acceptance of even the most ludicrous claims. The film explores the devastating impact of fear and hysteria on society, highlighting the consequences of abandoning reason in the face of chaos.
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About this movie
The Crucible (1996) is a movie on MEDIACAST.
Country: United States of America. Genre: Drama, History. Year: 1996.
Director: Nicholas Hytner.
Starring: Daniel Day-Lewis, Winona Ryder, Paul Scofield, Joan Allen, Bruce Davison.
Plot: Set in 1692 Salem, Massachusetts, a group of young girls, led by Tituba, engage in nocturnal activities to attract boys, unknowingly igniting a chain of events. Their midnight rituals catch the attention of a local priest, leading to rumors of witchcraft spreading through the community. This sparks a terrifying witch hunt, resulting in numerous arrests and accusations against innocent people. A judge arrives from Boston to oversee the proceedings, but his obsession with rooting out evil leads to the acceptance of even the most ludicrous claims. The film explores the devastating impact of fear and hysteria on society, highlighting the consequences of abandoning reason in the face of chaos.
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What year was The Crucible released?
The Crucible was released in 1996.
Who starred in The Crucible?
The Crucible stars Daniel Day-Lewis, Winona Ryder, Paul Scofield, Joan Allen, Bruce Davison.
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