The Frighteners

A con man with the ability to commune with ghosts uses his 'talent' to charge people for spectral visitations, which he orchestrates with his ghostly friends. However, when a number of murders occur, he becomes the prime suspect, and must team up with a living woman and her deceased husband to uncover the truth.

The Frighteners was met with mixed to positive reviews from critics, who often praised its unique blend of horror and comedy, visual effects, and Michael J. Fox's performance. However, some found the plot to be convoluted.

• Praised for its inventive blend of scares and laughs.

• Applauded for its impressive visual effects and creative ghost designs.

• Michael J. Fox's performance was a standout, bringing charm to a complex character.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film's humor and creative approach to the supernatural, appreciating its unique visual style and the performances of its cast.

Nominated for a Saturn Award for Best Horror Film.

The distinctive look of the ghosts in the film was achieved through a combination of CGI and practical effects, with many of the ghosts being motion-captured performances from actors.