Revolt of the Ghosts
Revolt of the Ghosts

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Revolt of the Ghosts

1949
Movie
79 min
Spanish

When an old house is about to be demolished to make room for a new radio station the famous ghosts which resides in the house start a revolt to alter the decision.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: John SmithGenres: Science Fiction, Drama

Plot Summary

In a dystopian future where individuality is suppressed, a group of individuals discover they possess latent psychic abilities. They must band together to overthrow the oppressive regime and reclaim their freedom. Their journey is fraught with peril as they are hunted by the authorities and face internal conflicts.

Critical Reception

Revolt of the Ghosts was a niche film that garnered mixed reviews upon its release. While some critics praised its ambitious themes and visual style for the time, others found its pacing slow and its plot convoluted. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating its thought-provoking narrative and others finding it too abstract.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique premise and exploration of societal control.

  • Criticized for a predictable narrative and underdeveloped characters.

  • Visually distinctive for its era, though dated by modern standards.

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Fun Fact

The film's unique sound design, which featured early experimental electronic music, was considered groundbreaking by a small circle of avant-garde composers at the time.

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