Witchfinder was controversial at time of release for its depictions of sadistic torture. Many critics called it the most morally repulsive film ever made. By today’s standards it’s mild; even the more violent restored version is tame, but its historical importance remains undiluted.
I can’t think of anyone I’d rather have portray Hopkins than Vincent. He plays it straight, with little of the theatrics he’s known for. Perhaps because he didn't consider it a horror film? I agree; it’s a period drama and a biopic, albeit one with very little in the way of accepted truth regarding its notorious subject. I like that irony.
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