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Ghost
As darkness of empty house deepens, the man's imagination gets brighter.
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Plot Summary
A disfigured assassin seeks revenge against the powerful triad boss who ordered the murder of his family and left him for dead. As he systematically eliminates the boss's top lieutenants, he attracts the attention of a tenacious detective who believes the assassin is responsible for a series of unsolved murders.
Critical Reception
Ghost received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many criticizing its convoluted plot and generic action sequences. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating the attempt at a dark crime thriller while others found it to be a forgettable entry in the genre.
What Reviewers Say
The film's action sequences are serviceable but lack originality.
The plot suffers from underdeveloped characters and narrative inconsistencies.
Despite a strong premise, 'Ghost' ultimately fails to deliver a compelling crime thriller.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'Ghost' (2011) is not widely documented, but general sentiment indicates a lukewarm response, with viewers finding the film passable as an action flick but ultimately unremarkable and lacking in depth.
Fun Fact
The film was released in China under the title 'Xing Tian', which translates to 'God of War'.
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