Ghost

A recently deceased banker, Sam Wheat, finds himself trapped as a ghost between the world of the living and the afterlife. He discovers that his murder was part of a larger conspiracy and must find a way to communicate with his grieving lover, Molly Jensen, to warn her of the danger she is in. With the help of a psychic medium, Oda Mae Brown, Sam attempts to protect Molly and bring his killer to justice.

Ghost was a massive commercial success and received generally positive reviews from critics. While some found the plot somewhat formulaic, the performances, particularly Whoopi Goldberg's, were widely praised, and the film was lauded for its blend of supernatural elements, romance, and thriller aspects. It became one of the highest-grossing films of 1990.

• Praised for its emotional resonance and compelling supernatural romance.
• Whoopi Goldberg's performance was a standout, earning critical acclaim.
• The film successfully blends genres, offering a unique mix of thriller, fantasy, and drama.

Google audience: Audiences found "Ghost" to be a touching and engaging film, with many highlighting the chemistry between the leads and the emotional impact of the story. The blend of romance and the supernatural was a common point of appreciation, although some viewers noted the plot had predictable elements.

Won Academy Awards for Best Supporting Actress (Whoopi Goldberg) and Best Original Screenplay. Nominated for Best Picture, Best Film Editing, and Best Original Score.

The iconic "pottery scene" was inspired by a scene in the 1968 film "The Ghost and Mrs. Muir".