Maleficent holding a candle in a forest

Maleficent, clad in her signature dark attire, holds a mesmerizing crystal ball in her hand. Her gaze is filled with intensity as she contemplates the creation of a powerful curse. The scene takes place in the depths of her foreboding lair, draped in shadows and adorned with mystical artifacts. The crystal ball pulsates with an otherworldly light, containing swirling tendrils of magical energy. The setting is bathed in an eerie, greenish glow, hinting at Maleficent's wicked intentions. The lighting accentuates her features, casting her face in a sinister yet captivating illumination. The colors are predominantly dark and mysterious, amplifying the atmospheric sense of malevolence. The camera, named "Shadowcaster 3000," captures the scene with a distorted lens, adding an unsettling distortion to the frames. The shot type is a close-up, focusing on Maleficent's gripping expression as she weaves her curse with unwavering determination. --ar 16:9 --v 5.2