The movie 'Practical Magic' directed by Griffin Dunne was released. It is a romantic fantasy film based on the novel by Alice Hoffman.
Alice Hoffman's novel 'Practical Magic', which inspired the movie, was published.
Sally and Gillian, the Owens sisters and protagonists, are born into the Owens family, known for their witchcraft legacy.
The parents of Sally and Gillian die tragically, leading to the sisters being raised by their aunts who teach them about witchcraft.
Sally and Gillian grow up experiencing both the benefits and curses of their magical heritage in their hometown.
Sally marries Michael and has two daughters, preserving the Owens family line and its magical legacy.
Michael dies, leaving Sally to raise her two daughters alone while hiding the family’s witchcraft tradition to protect them.
Gillian returns after years away, intending to reconnect with Sally, but brings trouble that draws them back to their magical roots.
Gillian’s abusive boyfriend Jimmy Angelov is killed accidentally during a confrontation involving the Owens sisters and their magic.
The sisters reconcile differences and choose to fully embrace their family witchcraft to protect themselves and their daughters.
Sally uses a powerful love spell to try to protect her life with her daughters, risking a curse, as they face townspeople's suspicion and supernatural threats.
The Owens family breaks the curse afflicting their lineage, embracing their powers and unity.
