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French

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IMDb6.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes66%
Metacritic63/100
Google Users75%
Director: Peter JacksonGenres: Comedy, Fantasy, Horror

Plot Summary

A con man who claims to be a ghost hunter teams up with the spirits he supposedly expels to prey on the fears of the living. However, when a genuine supernatural killer begins to murder people in his town, he must find a way to stop it. He finds himself in a race against time to solve the mystery and clear his name before he becomes the next victim.

Critical Reception

The Frighteners received generally positive reviews from critics and audiences alike, who praised its blend of horror and comedy, visual effects, and Michael J. Fox's performance. While it was not a major box office success, it has since gained a cult following.

What Reviewers Say

  • A surprisingly witty and visually inventive horror-comedy that balances scares with laughs.

  • Michael J. Fox shines in a role that perfectly suits his comedic timing and underlying charm.

  • The film's special effects were groundbreaking for its time, creating a unique spectral world.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film's unique premise, its blend of humor and scares, and Michael J. Fox's lead performance. Some viewers found the plot a bit convoluted, but most appreciated the inventive visual style and the fun, albeit dark, comedic elements.

Fun Fact

The film was originally conceived as a sequel to Jackson's earlier horror-comedy Braindead (also known as Dead Alive). However, the studio decided against it, and the script was reworked.

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