Feel Like Ghosts
Feel Like Ghosts

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Feel Like Ghosts

2022
Movie
99 min
English

Two recent exes with an undeniable connection confront what could have been if their cultural differences hadn't pushed them to new lives on opposite coasts.

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IMDb7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users89%
Director: Tarik "Tee" ScottGenres: Drama, Comedy, Horror

Plot Summary

In the gritty streets of Atlanta, a young man named Marcus struggles with his past and present demons, manifesting as literal ghosts only he can see. When these spectral figures start interacting with his life, blurring the lines between reality and hallucination, Marcus must confront his traumas to find peace. Along the way, he encounters a cast of characters, some supportive and others exploitative, who push him further into a world where the living and the dead collide.

Critical Reception

Feel Like Ghosts received a mixed-to-positive reception, with critics largely praising its unique blend of genres and the raw performances, particularly from lead Tarik "Tee" Scott. However, some found the narrative pacing inconsistent and the horror elements occasionally underdeveloped compared to the dramatic and comedic undertones.

What Reviewers Say

  • A bold and often touching exploration of trauma, elevated by strong central performances.

  • The film's ambitious genre-bending is its greatest strength, though not always perfectly executed.

  • Scott delivers a compelling portrayal of a character battling internal and external struggles.

Google audience: Audiences largely appreciated the film's emotional depth and the relatable struggles of the protagonist. Many viewers found the blend of drama and supernatural elements engaging, with a significant portion highlighting the authenticity of the Atlanta setting and the performances.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Independent Film at the Black Reel Awards.

Fun Fact

The spectral effects in 'Feel Like Ghosts' were achieved using a combination of practical lighting techniques and subtle CGI, aiming for a more grounded and unsettling visual style rather than overtly supernatural displays.

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