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A Wicked Ghost
A group of friends decide to do a ritual to contact the spirit world, but things go bad and a spirit actually appears. One by one the group of friends die, one of them who is not affected by the spirit tries to uncover the truth behind the ghost. He is joined by his sister and a friend who is familiar with the occult. They soon find out that the ghost targets people from a certain village where 66 people died long ago. They desperately try to find a solution to appease the spirit.
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Plot Summary
A hapless young man inherits a haunted apartment building and finds himself terrorized by a host of unruly ghosts. To survive and keep his inheritance, he must find a way to appease or get rid of the spirits, leading to a series of bizarre and comedic encounters. Along the way, he might just find love amidst the supernatural chaos.
Critical Reception
A Wicked Ghost is a campy Hong Kong horror-comedy that was not widely released internationally and received mixed to negative reviews. It's often remembered for its low-budget charm and over-the-top performances rather than its critical acclaim. Audience reception is generally that of a cult following for its B-movie appeal.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its unique blend of horror and comedy elements.
Criticized for its inconsistent tone and underdeveloped plot.
Seen as a fun, albeit cheesy, entry in the Hong Kong ghost genre.
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Fun Fact
The film stars Raymond Wong, who later gained significant fame for his role in the 'Ip Man' franchise, a stark contrast to his comedic horror roles in the early 2000s.
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