Half Magic (2018)

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Three women use their newly formed sisterhood to fight against sexism, bad relationships and low self-esteem. Through embracing their wild adventures, they learn the secret to ultimate fulfillment.

Introduction
Half Magic is a 2018 movie that features a comedic expedition of female empowerment. Heather Graham, who also wrote and directed the film, stars along with Angela Kinsey and Stephanie Beatriz. The film focuses on three women, all of whom have a hard time to keep their expert and individual lives due to societal expectations and pressures. Through their mutual assistance, they handle to break these barriers and take part in liberating experiences.

Plot Summary
Half Magic revolves around the lives of three Hollywood women: Honey, Eva, and Candy. Honey, represented by Heather Graham, is a hopeful writer. However, she has a hard time to reveal herself due to the sexist attitudes she comes across within the industry, especially from her manager, or even in her individual life, such as with her uncommitted sweetheart Peter. Eva, played by Angela Kinsey, stumbles in and out of relationships, fearing being single. In Other Places, Stephanie Beatriz's character Candy fights with her workplace's spiritual environment that rejects her sexual freedom.

Their lives intersect in a female empowerment seminar where they come across each other. The seminar likewise provides them with a candle light, which is supposed to bring best of luck. Seeing themselves in scenarios unfitting to their desires, they utilize the candle to make appropriate wishes. This leads to a comical sequence of events which they soldier through together, developing a strong friendship at the same time.

Characters and Development
Throughout the story, each character goes through substantial growth. Honey fights the sexism in her expert environment and stands up to her manager, leading her to success in her writing career. In addition, she also asserts herself by ending her relationship with Peter, recognizing that she is worthy of better than an uncommitted partner.

Eva, on the other hand, redefines her understanding of love and relationships. She discovers the nerve to be single and take time for herself, rather than continuously jumping from one relationship to another to avoid isolation.

Sweet releases herself from the inhibitions enforced by her spiritual workplace and welcomes her sexuality, asserting individual flexibility.

Significance
Half Magic is a significant film as it is a female-centric movie that takes a look at females's empowerment in a fresh method. These females fight oppressive social standards and expectations with an assertive yet humorous approach. The film motivates ladies to challenge the status quo, resolving heavy styles such as sexism and religious repression with a light-hearted and comedic approach.

Verdict
Half Magic, under the instructions and vision of Heather Graham, provides a movie that takes a look at ladies's empowerment in a distinctive yet relatable way. It utilizes funny as its medium to reveal the necessity of standing up against societal pressures. It is a call for all females to throw off the chains of expectations and begin prioritizing themselves. The movie masterfully combines the intricacies of the show business and personal life, and highlights the importance of friendship, self-esteem, and embracing one's desires, making it a noteworthy movie for its strong female stories.

Top Cast

  • Heather Graham (small)
    Heather Graham
    Honey
  • Angela Kinsey (small)
    Angela Kinsey
    Eva
  • Stephanie Beatriz (small)
    Stephanie Beatriz
    Candy
  • Jason Lewis (small)
    Jason Lewis
    Mark
  • Thomas Lennon (small)
    Thomas Lennon
    Darren
  • Chris D'Elia (small)
    Chris D'Elia
    Peter Brock
  • Molly Shannon (small)
    Molly Shannon
    Mistress Valesca
  • Johnny Knoxville (small)
    Johnny Knoxville
    Father Gary
  • Luke Arnold (small)
    Luke Arnold
    Freedom
  • David Banks (small)
    David Banks
  • Lee Raviv (small)
    Lee Raviv
    Melinda