Witch Quotes
On witches as myth, movie icon and feminist symbol.
These quotes range from playful nods to childhood ambition, like wanting to be a witch at age twelve, to descriptions of specific witch characters in film and TV. One line even calls a modern witch story feminist, connecting the archetype to our broader Identity collection.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What TV or film witches are mentioned in these quotes?
One quote describes 'Dead Witch Walking' as centered on a modern-day witch living in Cincinnati, while another calls 'The Witch' specifically feminist. Both treat the witch as a flexible character rather than a single fixed idea.
Do any of these quotes reflect childhood feelings about witches?
Yes, one speaker recalls that at age twelve they genuinely wanted to be a witch, treating it as an early, sincere ambition rather than just a costume idea.
Is the phrase about the 'wicked witch' from a specific story?
It echoes the familiar line declaring the wicked witch dead, a phrase widely recognized from classic witch storytelling. It's included here as a nod to how deeply that image is embedded in pop culture.
How is the witch archetype described as feminist in this topic?
One quote directly labels a witch-focused story as feminist, suggesting the character can be reworked to explore female power and independence rather than just menace. Explore that connection more in our Identity quotes.
Are these witch quotes mostly about fear or something else?
Not really; they lean more toward fascination, nostalgia and reinterpretation than fear, treating witches as rich characters worth revisiting rather than simple villains.
There's also a lighter, almost nostalgic reference to the wicked witch being declared dead, echoing familiar pop-culture lines. Continue with our Fantasy page.
