Just in time for Valentine’s Day, "Witchy Ways" feels like the kind of film that arrives exactly when you need it, romantic without being cheesy, magical without trying too hard, and queer in a way that feels natural, joyful, and lived-in.

Written and directed by Jane Clark, the film blends humor, love, and witchy charm while reminding us that the greatest magic often comes from simply being honest about who you are and what you want.

Now streaming on Amazon Prime Video, "Witchy Ways" is an easy recommendation whether you’re watching with a partner, your closest friends, or curled up solo with something cozy. The story follows Eve, a driven brand manager who retreats to her late mother’s cottage, rumored to be magical, where she meets Danni, an enchanting neighbor with a secret connection to a long line of witches. What starts as a quiet friendship slowly deepens into something more, forcing Eve to choose between the life she knows and the love she never expected.

One of the film’s highlights is Candis Cayne, whose presence adds heart, honesty, and perspective to the story. A true trailblazer in representation, Candis brings depth and confidence to her role, while also embodying the film’s larger message: that authenticity is powerful, love is expansive, and choosing yourself is its own kind of spell. I spoke with Candis about Witchy Ways, love beyond labels, and what magic really looks like in the real world.

Q&A with Candis Cayne

"Witchy Ways" feels like a celebration of romance, queerness, and that quiet magic that comes from stepping into yourself. What spoke to you about this role and this film?

Well first, I love Jane. She is such a generous director, and I have done a few films with her. I love fantasy and magical movies, so I was so excited to be a part of this and tell this witchy story. Penny is a no-nonsense, tell-it-like-it-is artistic character, which I loved.

Valentine’s Day can be limiting in how mainstream culture defines love. How does love look like when it is at its fullest, most authentic form?

Love for me is trust. Closeness and love, to and from people and pets, comes from the knowledge that you trust them implicitly with your heart.

You’ve broken ground simply by existing in spaces that weren’t always built for you. How does "Witchy Ways" reflect the idea that owning your truth can be its own form of magic?

The most important thing I have ever done is live my life on my terms. It was hard sometimes and I have battle wounds to prove it, but I wouldn’t change a thing. It’s allowed me to live life to the fullest and show people in my community how not to be afraid and to stand up for what you believe in. In the long run, that’s my life work, and I’m proud of it.

There is a tenderness and humor in how the film approaches queer love and connection. Why do you think stories like this resonate now, beyond Cupid season?

Jane does a great job just presenting a love story. There’s nothing dramatic about it being queer, it’s simple. It’s so important now to tell these stories naturally. Just two women falling in love who happen to be gay.

The film blends fantasy and reality in a clever way. If we take magic as a metaphor, what “spells” help people find or keep love in the real world?

If magic is a metaphor, then the real spells are invisible. Intuition is one, learning to trust yourself instead of the noise. Presence is another, being fully there when love appears. There’s also the spell of timing, recognizing when to open your heart and when to protect it. And perhaps the most powerful magic of all is choosing to stay soft in a world that gives you every reason to harden.

For viewers discovering "Witchy Ways" on Amazon Prime this Valentine’s Day, whether partnered, single, or celebrating with friends, what do you hope they carry with them after the credits roll?

To keep magic in your life, whatever that means to you. No matter how big or small the gesture, take the time to add intrigue, spontaneity, and joy to your life.

"Witchy Ways" isn’t just a Valentine’s Day watch, but it’s a reminder that love doesn’t have one shape, one timeline, or one definition. Sometimes the bravest thing you can do is trust yourself, stay open, and believe that a little magic still exists.