sorcerer

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Directed by the sly sorcerer of all things weird, Yorgos Lanthimos, this powerful satirical fable is a refreshing take on the alien-attack movie.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 23, 2025

When Odile, the daughter of a sorcerer, is sent to steal the king’s crown, she must first infiltrate his court.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2025

You’re an aspiring sorcerer with a thirst for imaginary adventure, but you don’t own a Dungeons & Dragons game kit.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 8, 2024

Known to archaeologists as Yax Wayaab Chahk G1, the swirling deity represents a manifestation of the Maya storm god directly translated as “first sorcerer rain god.”

From National Geographic • Jan. 26, 2024

The sorcerer priest was garbed in somber black, but for a hint of golden thread at collar, cuffs, and hem.

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin