People long for simpler times, say Practical Magic reboot stars

The long-awaited sequel to the 1998 fantasy romcom Practical Magic is finally here, starring a new generation of actresses including Joey King and Maisie Williams. The film, which sees the return of original stars Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman, has been simmering for decades and has gained a cult following among fans of the genre. The demand for a follow-up has been so great that Bullock and Kidman agreed to reprise their roles nearly 30 years on. King and Williams will play the daughters of Bullock's character, Kylie and Antonia. King believes the desire for nostalgic content is driven by the fast pace of modern life, where people are 'missing the times when we were less reachable.' She feels that this nostalgia can be a strength of cinema, allowing people to revisit memories and feelings through rewatching. Williams agrees that the drive for nostalgic content is a symptom of people longing for simpler times, but is grateful that the sequel is not a remake. The film is set to be released this autumn and promises to bring back the powerful ancestral magic that made the original so beloved.