Free Spirits
Free Spirits

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Free Spirits

2013
Movie
51 min
English

Free Spirits tells the colorful story of the Spirits of St. Louis – an entertaining and at times controversial team featuring stars like Marvin "Bad News" Barnes and James "Fly" Williams with an upstart sportscaster named Bob Costas calling the play-by-play.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users72%
Director: Vicky JensonGenres: Animation, Family, Comedy

Plot Summary

A young woman inherits a haunted mansion and discovers that the ghosts are not only friendly but also quirky and in need of her help. She must navigate spectral shenanigans and her own personal life while trying to keep the house's supernatural residents from being discovered. Together, they embark on a humorous quest to help the spirits find peace and move on.

Critical Reception

Free Spirits received a mixed to positive reception from critics and audiences alike. Praised for its charming animation and lighthearted humor, it was generally seen as a pleasant family film. However, some critics found the plot predictable and the character development somewhat thin.

What Reviewers Say

  • Delightfully animated with a whimsical premise.

  • A fun and family-friendly ghost story with plenty of laughs.

  • The narrative pacing occasionally falters, but the charming characters keep it engaging.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed 'Free Spirits' for its humor and the endearing nature of the spectral characters. Many found it to be a sweet and entertaining watch for all ages, though some wished for a more complex storyline.

Fun Fact

The mansion featured in the film was inspired by several real-life historic estates, known for their unique architectural styles and rumored hauntings.

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