Horny Ghost
Horny Ghost

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Horny Ghost

2019
Movie
79 min
Japanese

Kaito is a university student who moved to the city because of its cheap rent. While killing time at home, a beautiful woman suddenly appears in front of him. Kaito and the woman continue to have sex, but Kaito senses something is wrong.

Insights

IMDb5.2/10
Director: Ying-Tsung LuGenres: Comedy, Horror, Romance

Plot Summary

A heartbroken ghost decides to possess the body of a young woman in order to find true love. However, his ghostly attempts to woo her lead to a series of comedic and terrifying mishaps, complicating his spectral quest for romance.

Critical Reception

Horny Ghost received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who found its premise intriguing but ultimately underdeveloped. While some appreciated its attempt at blending horror-comedy with romance, many felt the execution was lacking in both humor and genuine scares. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some enjoying its unique concept and others finding it to be a disjointed and unsatisfying experience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its original concept of a ghost seeking love through body-swapping.

  • Criticized for uneven pacing and a failure to fully deliver on its comedic or horror elements.

  • Found to be a quirky but ultimately forgettable entry in the supernatural romance genre.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Horny Ghost are scarce and generally indicate a polarized view. Some viewers found the film's bizarre premise and attempts at humor entertaining, while a significant portion felt the movie struggled to find its footing, leading to a confusing and unsatisfying viewing experience.

Fun Fact

The film's original working title was 'Love After Death,' but it was changed to 'Horny Ghost' to better reflect its more comedic and risqué tone.

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