The Canterville Ghost
In the depths of a British legend, the ghost of Eleanor Canterville is condemned to haunt the castle of his family and to scare away any inhabitant. It fulfills this task perfectly, helped by Gwilherm, his faithful servant. But when Otis, a family fleeing Parisian life, buy the castle, Eleanor is upset because she cannot scare this tribe of the twenty-first century. Worse yet, children ridicule and parents are unaware. Only Virginia Otis, aged fifteen, moved by the fate of Canterville Ghost, will seek to deliver from curse on it.
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Plot Summary
A cynical American teenager is horrified to discover that her new home in rural England is haunted by a flamboyant ghost, Sir Simon de Canterville. He has been doomed to haunt his ancestral home for centuries, unable to rest until he can find someone to perform a single act of remorse. Together, the unlikely pair must overcome their differences to break the ancient curse.
Critical Reception
The 2016 adaptation of 'The Canterville Ghost' received a mixed to positive reception, generally appreciated for its charming performances and visual flair. Critics often noted its faithfulness to Oscar Wilde's original story while adding a modern sensibility. Audience response was largely favorable, with many enjoying its family-friendly fantasy elements and humor.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its whimsical and often humorous portrayal of the spectral Sir Simon.
- Appreciated for the chemistry between the lead actors, despite the supernatural premise.
- Seen as a charming, if somewhat lightweight, family-friendly adaptation of a classic tale.
Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not readily available for this specific adaptation, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.
Fun Fact
This adaptation notably casts Irish actor Robert Sheehan as the charismatic and often exasperated ghost, Sir Simon de Canterville, offering a fresh interpretation of the iconic character.
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