The Cracker Barrel witch statue holds a distinctive place in American folklore. This wooden carving, often found adorning the walls or shelves of Cracker Barrel gift shops, represents a popular image associated with the Halloween season. The statue typically portrays a traditional witch, complete with a pointed hat, broomstick, and cauldron. It carries a whimsical and sometimes slightly spooky charm, captivating both children and adults alike. The craftsmanship of these statues varies, with some being finely carved and hand-painted, while others have a more rustic appearance. Cracker Barrel, a popular chain of country-style restaurants and gift shops, became famous for its nostalgic theme and cozy atmosphere.
Magic Cop
A Taoist former cop is called to Hong Kong to assist in the investigation of of a series of strange murders. Aided by two local officers, he runs afoul of an evil sorceress.
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Mr. Vampire 5, Qu mo jing cha, 驱魔警察, Đặc Cảnh Diệt Ma, สาธุ!โอมเบ่งผ่า!, 新・霊幻道士 風水捜査篇, 驅魔探長
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01 Nov 1990
- Hong Kong
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24 Jul 2023
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01 Nov 1990
- Theatrical
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24 Jul 2023
- Physical 15 Blu-Ray
Cracker Barrel, a popular chain of country-style restaurants and gift shops, became famous for its nostalgic theme and cozy atmosphere. The addition of the witch statue to their extensive collection of curated memorabilia further enhanced their reputation as a haven for traditional Americana. Cracker Barrel's celebration of all things seasonal and festive is reflected in the inclusion of the witch statue, which often becomes a sought-after item during the Halloween period.
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Oh my, who thought needle point would be so dangerous. Considering how insane Hong Kong cinema can be, i think this now for me sits on top of the pile, for the rooftop combat scene with the rope, curtains, slabs and flaming trash bag alone. Then we the first hour of the film itself and the end fight with a blind witch. I am also unsure what i have been transfixed by more, that opening with the fight with the demon wall or Lam Ching-Ying stylised eyebrows. The film may also contain the best male toilet i have seen and considering how some phone boxes smell, this makes perfect sense. Also Frankie Chan Chi in this zombiefied state could have given Lou Ferrigno a run for his money as the Hulk. This just isn't a Magic Cop, this is magical
One of the most spectacular fantasy actioners coming out of Hong Kong that I have had the pleasure of watching. If it wasn't for the heavy focus on silly comedy this would have been a masterpiece. Also, I didn't like the way a cat was treated in one of the magic rituals; it came very close to being animal abuse.
abraACABra"Magic Cop" is a 1990 supernatural action film directed by Stephen Tung. As I have been watching an assortment of Hong Kong features here and there, one of the items of prevalence that I've kept pace with is CAT system which this film holds placement within the CAT II category. With that being said, it's not as dauntingly violent in its mannerisms as the notorious CAT III brand, but that's a bit of a point of non-relevance as this film still embraces the same outlandish candor intermixed with how it carries itself. Starring Lam Ching-ying, who also produced the film, the story features supernatural blending of sorcery and martial arts action in the conventional surroundings of "modern day" when the…
Stephen Tung brings Lam Ching-ying’s Taoist protector to modern day, this time far more effectively than in Mr Vampire II. Magic Cop drops the vampires, keeps the mystic-arts-versus-the-supernatural fun, and thrillingly blends police procedural with dark fantasy. When a film opens with a magic clash against a possessed brick wall, anything’s possible. I’ve seen this film compared to Constantine and that perfectly sums up the style, as detectives’ guns and Taoist rituals fight against a Japanese sorceress and her black-magic drug ring. Undead drug mules, mystical perp tracking, witchcraft ambushes: the tone delivers such rollicking fun between the buddy-cop beats and sorcery. Billy Chow and Ching-ying do have a solid fight showdown - where the latter indulges in pure show-off…
Watched the Hong Kong cut as it's the HD main attraction on the 88 films Blu-ray. There's also a longer Taiwanese version included in VHS quality with completely different music as a bonus. Following the succes of the "Mr. Vampire" franchise, which were always period piece over-the-top gimmicky horror/ comedy/ kung fu movies featuring Jiangshi (hopping vampires), lead actor Lam Ching-Ying wanted to take the formula and put it in a contemporary setting. What we got was "Magic Cop" Uncle Feng, a taoist police officer hired for supernatural events when standard police work doesn't cut the case.
Instead of featuring vampires, director Wei Tung opted for zombies as drug traffickers who're under the spell of drug lord witches and sorcerers.…
The Important Cinema Club Super Scary Movie Challenge #6 - A Hopping Vampire Film I've called this a hopping vampire example for years, but I forgot there aren't any in the film! It has every single element from hopping vampire films (Lam Ching-ying and black magic action) and even goes under the title MR. VAMPIRE 5, but Just like MR. VAMPIRE 3, it's there's no jumping bloodsuckers in sight! The beauty, and caveat, of Stephen Tung's direction, is that he's worked so long as an action choreographer that when left to his own devices his approach is to find a fresh new way to craft a set-piece that tosses conventional elements to the side: He loves to structure a scene…
You'd never know from the title, but Magic Cop is stuffed with magic, cops, kung fu and supernatural shenanigans.
“Martial Arts Movie” Discord Server Film Selection Magic Cop aka Mr. Vampire 5 brings Lam Ching-Ying Taoist priest character into modern times. There's no hopping vampires in this installment but there's a Japanese evil priestess that's causing all sorts of problem to Uncle Feng (Lam Ching-Ying), his niece Lin, played by Wong Mei-Wa, and the two cops (Wilson Lam and Michael Miu) that's looking after him while he's spending time in Hong Kong. He's investigating the rise of dead bodies that's appearing in the city. There are some cool special and practical effects but the film rely too much on the comedic aspects that does not always land. Lam Ching-Ying is great though. I definitely need to watch the first film and the rest of the sequels. It's not necessary for you to watch the other films in the series. Watched in Cantonese with English subtitles.
Lam Ching-Ying fights Batman who’s also Whiplash from Iron Man 2 who literally no one remembers who’s actually an evil Japanese witch who uses literal zombies to smuggle drugs and whatnot.
Mr. Vampire 5 Onkel Feng, ein Cop mit kenntnissen in der Hexerei, kommt nach Hong Kong. Dort soll er eine Leiche identifizieren. Da der Fall was mit Magie zu tun hat hilft er den Kollegen. Von 1990 kommt dieser in Hongkong gedrehte Mix aus Action, Fantasy und Komödie. Der Humor und die Charaktere sind typisch für die Art der Filme um diese Zeit. Action und Fantasy anteile sind gut umgesetzt wurden und das Highlight des Filmes. In 87 Minuten passiert so einiges und es wird einem nicht Langweilig. Ich wurde unterhalten.
In this movie, A former cop Uncle Feng played by Ching-Ying Lam , rejoins the police department to investigate a drug ring that employs ghosts and vampires. Now just in the first 10 minutes were introduced to Uncle Feng and him showing his magical skills against a ghost. Soon after we see a lady in a restaurant possessed by something holding a briefcase. Throughout were introduced to colorful characters. Along with the Sorceress that's behind the drug ring. This leads into a showdown between Uncle Feng and the Sorceress. The action set pieces are well choreographed and framed. It has that 90s feel and unique special effects to show off the spells. The performances are good along with the directing. I highly recommend that you watch it!!
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Reviews for "Examining the Cultural Significance of the Cracker Barrel Witch Statue"
1. Emily - 1 star
I was really disappointed with the Cracker Barrel witch statue. The quality was extremely poor and it looked more like a cheap plastic toy than a handcrafted piece. The paint was chipped and peeling, and the overall design was sloppy. It was also much smaller than I expected. I definitely would not recommend purchasing this item.
2. Jeff - 2 stars
I didn't have high expectations for the Cracker Barrel witch statue, but I was still let down. The craftsmanship was subpar and it felt like it was made from cheap materials. The colors were not as vibrant as they appeared in the pictures, and the statue lacked any fine details. I thought it would make a nice Halloween decoration, but it just ended up looking cheap and tacky. I wouldn't buy it again.
3. Sarah - 2 stars
I was really excited to add the Cracker Barrel witch statue to my collection, but it turned out to be a disappointment. The statue arrived with a noticeable crack along one of the arms, and the packaging was insufficient to prevent damage during shipping. The paint job was also poorly done, with noticeable streaks and uneven color application. Overall, it was not the high-quality item I was expecting and I would not buy it again.
4. Michael - 1 star
I regret purchasing the Cracker Barrel witch statue. The construction was flimsy and it felt like it would break with the slightest touch. The colors were lackluster and there were several noticeable imperfections, such as scratches and chips. The statue was also much smaller than I anticipated. It seemed like a hastily made product that was not worth the price. I would not recommend it to anyone.