Witches: Truth Behind the Trials
TV Show • 2024
ReportThis captivating six-part series brings the era of witches and witch-hunters to life through cinematic reenactments, complemented by insights from leading historians and experts in the field. The show immerses viewers in the historical context, blending expert testimony with vivid storytelling to explore the reality of witch trials.
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In a way. The children are questioned in trials and accused as well and there is implied gaslighting.
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Not specifically but women are the primary victims.
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The man who refuses to enter a plea is tortured by having rocks and heavy weight put on top of him. He is crushed to death.
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Does a kid die?
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At least one boy is killed after being sentenced for perjury. He is the boy is started the claims in his area and the claim lead to a woman being burned alive.
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Minor blood after a beheading is implied.
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Is someone burned alive?
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While many are thought that most witches were burned at the stake this is incorrect. I believe only one woman is specifically noted to be burned alive.
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The man who refuses to enter a plea is tortured by having rocks and heavy weight put on top of him. He is crushed to death.
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Is there a hanging?
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Not shown graphically, but indicated and feet are visible.
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In a way. Those initially charged with witchcraft name others who are then tried.
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Does someone struggle to breathe?
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Deaths are by hanging so implied. Additionally you see a woman when theu discuss strangling prior to burning.
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Does someone drown?
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Discussed as part of witches trials.
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Does a parent die?
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Not specifically noted but implied due to the number of people killed.
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The Witch Finder General is suspected to have had a terminal illness.
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Puritan beliefs.
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Are there demons or Hell?
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Disucssed.
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Crowds are seen yelling and individuals showing crying and begging for innocence. No audio.
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Is someone gaslighted?
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Religious gaslighted implied during trials.
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