Ghost World
Ghost World

Ghost World

2001Movie111 minEnglish

Two quirky, cynical teenaged girls try to figure out what to do with their lives after high school graduation. After they play a prank on an eccentric, middle aged record collector, one of them befriends him, which causes a rift in the girls’ friendship.

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IMDb7.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes91%
Metacritic88
Google Users84%
Director: Terry ZwigoffGenres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

Following their high school graduation, two sarcastic and disenchanted teenage friends, Enid and Rebecca, navigate the complexities of their last summer together before college. As they drift apart and confront the mundane realities of adulthood, they struggle to find their place in the world, encountering eccentric characters and questioning their own identities.

Critical Reception

Ghost World was widely praised by critics for its sharp wit, authentic portrayal of adolescent angst, and standout performances, particularly from Thora Birch and Steve Buscemi. It resonated with audiences for its unconventional approach to the coming-of-age genre and its darkly humorous take on suburban ennui.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its witty and realistic dialogue, capturing the essence of teenage alienation.
  • Thora Birch and Steve Buscemi deliver memorable performances that anchor the film.
  • Appreciated for its honest and unflinching look at the awkwardness of post-adolescence.

Google audience: Audiences generally loved Ghost World, appreciating its relatable portrayal of teenage cynicism and the search for identity. Many found the characters to be authentic and the humor to be dry and intelligent.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay (Daniel Clowes and Terry Zwigoff). Received nominations and wins from various critics' circles and independent film awards.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the acclaimed graphic novel of the same name by Daniel Clowes, who also co-wrote the screenplay.

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Wuchak

Wuchak

**_When the fun ‘n’ games of high school are over_** When two Millennials (Thora Birch and Scarlett Johannson) graduate, they find themselves facing adult questions of making a living, finding a place to live, acquiring a romantic partne...
CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

Despite some decent efforts on display here, I couldn’t help but think I’d seen it all before. It’s school friends “Enid” (Thora Birch) and “Rebecca” (Scarlet Johansson) who have just finished school and have, hitherto at any rate, been det...