For Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman, ‘Practical Magic 2' heals old wounds
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Key Points:
- Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman are reprising their roles as witchy sisters in "Practical Magic 2," set to release on Sept. 10, nearly 28 years after the original film's mixed reception and modest box office performance.
- The original "Practical Magic" film, based on Alice Hoffman's 1995 novel, has since gained cult status largely through social media, with its sequel drawing inspiration from Hoffman's 2021 novel "The Book of Magic."
- Bullock reflected on the harsh initial criticism of the first film, attributing its later success to changing cultural attitudes, especially the reclamation of the term "witch" as a positive identity.
- The sequel introduces a new generation of Owens women, played by Joey King and Maisie Williams, with producers expressing interest in continuing the franchise beyond the second film.
- Production faced budget constraints but rebuilt the iconic Owens house as a full structure, emphasizing a careful approach to managing costs while honoring the legacy of the original.
