The Witch is a 2015 supernatural horror film directed by Robert Eggers. The film is set in 17th century New England and follows a Puritan family who encounters evil forces after relocating to a remote farmhouse. The cast list for The Witch includes: - Anya Taylor-Joy as Thomasin: The eldest daughter of the family. Anya Taylor-Joy delivers a standout performance, showcasing Thomasin's inner turmoil and vulnerability as she becomes entangled in Satanic practices. - Ralph Ineson as William: The patriarch of the family. Ralph Ineson brings a haunting presence to the character of William, capturing both his strict religious beliefs and his desperation as he tries to protect his family from the supernatural.
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Featuring five outdoor pools, two kids pools, an aqua park and a private beach, as well as plenty of activities for every holidaymaker, this hotel has everything you need for a memorable holiday to Hurghada. A range of beautifully designed rooms and suites are on offer at the hotel, Standard Rooms feature a luxurious private bathroom, mini-bar, safe and a French balcony.
Ralph Ineson brings a haunting presence to the character of William, capturing both his strict religious beliefs and his desperation as he tries to protect his family from the supernatural. - Kate Dickie as Katherine: The mother of the family. Kate Dickie portrays Katherine with a sense of paranoia and grief, as she struggles to cope with the loss of her infant son and the increasing chaos surrounding her.
Steigenberger Aqua Magic Hotel
About this hotel
The sophisticated 5-star all-inclusive Steigenberger Aqua Magic hotel is situated directly on the beach in Hurghada, Egypt. With its golf course, private beach area, diverse all-inclusive restaurants, and a wide range of activities for all ages, this hotel is a perfect choice for couples and families seeking a luxurious beach holiday filled with water fun and sunshine.
Accommodation
Air conditioned, modern rooms come with all of the amenities you'd expect, including a furnished balcony or terrace and a private bathroom. All rooms are comfortably furnished and designed for couples or families with children, and some rooms offer sea views.
Pool and wellness
There are five outdoor pools with a sun terrace dotted with sun loungers and parasols. The hotel spa features a beauty salon, bathing area and hammam.
Food and drink
The hotel restaurants offer both local cuisine and an international breakfast, lunch, and dinner buffets, with show cooking. The hotel also offers a food court and various bars that serve snacks and drinks - even on the beach. Alternatively, there's Italian à-la-carte restaurant.
Children
Children are well catered with with their own swimming pools, slides and a pirate ship. The hotel also offers a playground, a child-friendly buffet and a kids' club.
Activities and entertainment
Table tennis, fitness, golf, billiards are just a few of the activities on offer at the hotel. In the evenings, there’s an evening entertainment programme for guests, including live music, and professional shows.
Outside the hotel
Hurghada town centre is located a mere 25 minutes’ drive from the hotel. There you’ll find streets brimming with shops, restaurants and bars for you to explore. Most of the local beaches offer a wide variety of water sport activities. The Red Sea coast is a fabulous location for spending a few days in the sun. The Hurghada Grand Aquarium is an absolute highlight for families.
Top Facilities
- Beachfront
- Private beach
- Diving centre
- Water park
- Pirate ship
- Kids’ club
- Golf course
- Evening entertainment
- Soa and wellness facilities
Facilities
- Facilities
- 24-hour reception
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage*
- Tour desk
- Concierge
- WiFi
- Facilities for disabled guests
- ATM
- Currency exchange
- Minimarket
- Wake-up service
- Lift
- Car hire
- Garden
- Designated smoking area
- Laundry service*
- Dry cleaning*
- Airport shuttle service*
- Meeting and banquet facilities*
- *charge applies
Activities
- Private beach
- Temporary art galleries
- Table tennis
- Darts
- Billiards
- Golf course* (within 3 km)
- Watersports*
- Snorkelling*
- Diving*
- *charge applies
Room facilities
- Daily housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofing
- Seating area
- Desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Satellite channels
- Telephone
- Private bathroom
- Towels
- Hairdryer
- Toiletries
- Minbar
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Balcony or terrace
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Safety deposit box*
- Room service*
- *charge applies
Children
- Kids’ pool
- Water slides for kids
- Pirate ship
- Kids’ club
- Kids’ meals
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Playground
- Indoor play area
- High chairs
- Cots
- Babysitting services*
- *charge applies
Food and Drink
- Buffet-style restaurants
- À la carte restaurants
- Rooftop restaurant
- Show cooking
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Vending machine
- Packed lunches
- Beach bar
- Souk food market
- Lounge bar
- Wine*
- Champagne*
- *charge applies
Pool and wellness
- Outdoor pools
- Rooftop pools (adults only)
- Water slides (adults only)
- Waterpark
- Sun terraces
- Sun loungers and parasols
- Poolside bars
- Spa and wellness centre*
- Sauna*
- Steam bath*
- Hammam*
- Body treatments*
- Beauty treatments*
- Ayurveda*
- Hairdresser*
- Massages*
- Fitness centre
- *charge applies
Entertainment
- Entertainment staff
- Open-air stage
- Live music
- Professional shows
- Harvey Scrimshaw as Caleb: The eldest son of the family. Harvey Scrimshaw delivers a nuanced performance as Caleb, capturing his journey from innocence to corruption as he becomes bewitched by the titular witch. - Ellie Grainger as Mercy: The youngest daughter of the family. Ellie Grainger brings a sense of mischief and eerie innocence to the character of Mercy, who is often associated with the supernatural occurrences in the film. - Lucas Dawson as Jonas: The youngest son of the family. Lucas Dawson portrays Jonas as a curious and impressionable child, who becomes a victim of the witch's influence. The Witch is known for its atmospheric cinematography, eerie score, and meticulous attention to historical detail. The performances of the cast members contribute to the film's sense of dread and help to create a chilling exploration of religious hysteria and the power of belief..
Reviews for "Highlighting the talented cast members of The Witch (2015)"
1. Sarah - 2 stars - I was really excited to watch "The Witch" because I love horror movies, but I was extremely disappointed with the cast. None of the actors or actresses stood out to me and their performances felt lackluster. The characters lacked depth and their emotions didn't feel genuine. Overall, the cast failed to bring any life to the story, which ultimately made the movie fall flat for me.
2. Mike - 1 star - The casting in "The Witch" was horrendous. The main actors were so miscast that it was difficult to take the film seriously. Their lack of chemistry and inability to deliver their lines convincingly made the whole experience unbearable. I found myself cringing at almost every scene. It's a shame because the plot had potential, but the cast ruined any chance of this movie being enjoyable.
3. Emily - 2 stars - I found the casting choices in "The Witch" to be quite disappointing. The actors seemed out of place in their roles and their performances were underwhelming. It felt like they were just going through the motions without any real emotion or depth. The lack of chemistry between the cast members also made it difficult to connect with the characters and care about their fates. Overall, the cast was the weakest aspect of the movie for me.