First and foremost, this is a well-told, historically accurate tale, with the title telling the entire plot. This masterful work accurately details the current consensus of what exactly occurred to prompt the colonial witch-trials, to spread the witch-fears to surrounding communities, what factor halted these trials, these heinous tortures, these executions, and the shallow, self-righteous politics involved. A remarkable performance by all involved, with Kirstie Alley, as Ann Putnam, leading the way, supported by Peter Ustinov, as Reverend William Stroughton, and Shirley MacLaine, as the pious Rebecca Nurse. Excellent. Nothing more need be said.
--footnote-- If you are aware of Salem history, then my above entry contains spoilers, simply because of the accuracy of the film.
--footnote-- If you are aware of Salem history, then my above entry contains spoilers, simply because of the accuracy of the film.