1998 American fantasy romantic comedy film about two witch sisters confronting a curse
Why it's trending
via NewsPractical Magic, a 1998 fantasy romantic comedy, is trending due to the release of "Practical Magic 2," which reunites its original stars and has sparked mixed critical reviews.
More on why it's trending
"Practical Magic 2" has just opened in theaters, reuniting Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman as the Owens sisters and earning $4.7 million in previews. Reviews are mixed, with some critics finding the sequel uninspired and others won over by its comedy, driving heavy discussion around the original 1998 cult classic.
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- wbur.org'Practical Magic 2' steers away from everything enjoyable about the first film
The first “Practical Magic” wasn't a critical or box office success when it was released in 1998, but director Griffin Dunne's adaptation of Alice Hoffman's...
- purewow.comI Didn't Think 'Practical Magic 2' Needed to Exist, But I Walked Away from It a Wreck
I love the original '90s 'Practical Magic,' but I didn't think it needed a sequel. Here's how 'Practical Magic 2' ultimately won me over with its comedy,...
- nytimes.com‘Practical Magic 2’ Review: Live a Little, Live a Lot
The Owens women — and their curse — are back in the sequel to the cult classic film.
- vogue.comWhy You Should Visit the Original ‘Practical Magic’ Filming Location This Fall
A travel guide to Washington state's Whidbey Island: the filming location for the original 'Practical Magic,' where orca sightings, historic wharves,...
- npr.org'Practical Magic 2' can't break the curse of the Hollywood sequel
I didn't see Practical Magic when it opened in theaters back in 1998. In truth, not many people did go to see this adaptation of Alice Hoffman's bestselling...
- lwlies.comPractical Magic 2 review – lacking in magic in just about every sense
Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman return as the Owens sisters in an uninspired sequel that conjures little magic.
- theeverymom.com'Practical Magic 2' Is Finally in Theaters—Is It OK for Kids?
Is 'Practical Magic 2' OK for kids to see? Read my parents' guide on the violence, language, scary scenes, and what age it's best for.
- apnews.comFor Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman, ‘Practical Magic 2' heals old wounds
Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman view “Practical Magic” very differently today than they did when they made it 28 years ago.
- joblo.comPractical Magic 2 Review: These Margaritas Could Use a Little More Charm
Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman return, but this sequel lacks some of the charm and magic of the original.
- variety.comBox Office: ‘Practical Magic 2’ Makes $4.7 Million in Previews
After a record-breaking run at the box office, it turns out “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” is no match for the witchy powers of “Practical Magic 2” stars...