A sinister Irish magician who acts as a primary antagonist. Production & Themes
A power-hungry demagogue leading the "Anti-Magic" movement.
The central conflict involves (Eric Bogosian), an ambitious politician running a "witch hunt" campaign to outlaw magic. This subplot serves as a direct satire of the McCarthy-era anti-communist crusades, substituting witchcraft for communism. Lovecraft must clear the name of his friend, a benevolent witch named Kropotkin, whom Crockett wants to burn at the stake during a televised rally. Key Characters & Cast
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