The atmosphere was spooky, Michelle Page's performance was believable, and I really thought we would get to see some practical magic introduced to the world of Melinda Gordon. However, the aunt's attempts at witchcraft were not at all explained and just ignored by the end of the episode. Additionally, the writers built up the plot by insinuating that the aunt lied about the money and property taxes - this plot line also completely vanishes by the time they confront the ghosts and the aunt.
Very promising beginning and a very good build-up, but unfortunately a lukewarm finish. The show in general has a way of leading the story line into "everyone is a good person deep down" kind of trope (which I don't mind), but usually we do get some decent villains here and then. This would have been such an amazing villain-witch episode, if they committed to it.
Very promising beginning and a very good build-up, but unfortunately a lukewarm finish. The show in general has a way of leading the story line into "everyone is a good person deep down" kind of trope (which I don't mind), but usually we do get some decent villains here and then. This would have been such an amazing villain-witch episode, if they committed to it.
