George A. Romero, the creator of the zombie genre, dipped into a different kind of horror with Season of the Witch. This lesser-known gem is a slow-burn feminist occult drama, exploring a housewife's journey towards witchcraft as she seeks to escape an abusive marriage.

Originally titled Hungry Wives, the film was marketed as a softcore porn but failed to find an audience due to its minimal nudity and focus on dialogue. Upon its release in 1973, it was a flop, eventually being rereleased as Season of the Witch after Romero's Dawn of the Dead revived interest in his work.

The restored version, which expands the original 89-minute runtime to 104 minutes, still struggles with low production value and uneven acting. However, the film's directorial choices and its progressive feminist themes make it a compelling watch. Despite its predictability, the film's tense and hallucinatory atmosphere keeps the audience engaged.

For all its flaws, Season of the Witch remains a significant piece of cinema, offering a unique perspective on the 1970s feminist movement. Romero's use of witchcraft as a tool for liberation is both intriguing and ahead of its time.

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