Practical Magic

Practical Magic fails to set that tone, slithering between being an earnest witchery film and a good hearted would-be romantic comedy-cum buddy film, with sisters. Andrew L. Urban "An intriguing concept, which probably works far better in its book form than on film, Practical Magic offers some sparkling moments, but fails to gel as a whole. ... Full Review

Even though they had never previously met, Bullock and Kidman quickly establish great chemistry as onscreen sisters. Just as they play superbly against each other, so too do Dianne Wiest and Stockard Channing, who provide many delectable moments. ... Full Review

a zombie thrown in for good measure, this is the perfect film to enjoy during the Halloween season.....Magic Practical Magic , the film adaptation of Alice Hoffman's novel, is an intriguing blend of family, love, and magic..... ... Full Review

Alice Hoffman is at her considerable best as a writer in Practical Magic . This swoony fairy tale of a novel holds unexpected truths and thoughtfully drawn characters, and is a delight from start to finish. ... Full Review

the film is too silly to support the scene as anything other than a lark -....not it fits into the film as a whole..... ... Full Review

Dianne Wiest and Stockard Channing are delightful as the wry but wise and loving aunts, bedecked in Victorian lace. It is a pretty movie to watch, but so uneven in tone and theme that it is ultimately more frustrating than fun. ... Full Review

Witchcraft has rarely looked more prosaic and less sexy than it does in Griffin Dunne's Practical Magic . Poised and light-footed, Kidman emerges unscathed, as do Stockard Channing and Dianne Wiest as the flaky aunts. ... Full Review

The exceptions are Bullock, who is always likable, and Quinn who plays a memorable cop with a heart. Despite the fact the movie features some fine acting talent, including Sandra Bullock, Nicole Kidman, Diane Wiest, Aidan Quinn and Stockard Channing, most of the characters come off thin and uninteresting. ... Full Review

Like so many immensely skilled actresses beyond a certain age, Wiest and Channing are content to chew a bit of scenery....That means the talents of a top-flight cast are completely wasted on a muddled script (the usual committee job) helmed by a directionless director (erstwhile actor Griffin Dunne)..... ... Full Review

Practical Magic falls short of being enchanting. For the most part, Practical Magic is a lighthearted diversion that mixes elements of comedy, drama, and romance into a highly-consumable brew. ... Full Review