Ghost House, A True Story
Ghost House, A True Story

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Ghost House, A True Story

1995
Movie
90 min
Cantonese

A group of 7 friends seek shelter from a heavy rain in an old abandoned house.

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IMDb4.3/10
Director: Joe ShussettGenres: Horror, Mystery, Supernatural

Plot Summary

In 1974, a young couple purchased a remote farmhouse hoping for a peaceful life, only to discover it was haunted by a malevolent spirit. The film chronicles their terrifying experiences and their attempts to understand and confront the entity that terrorized them. It purports to be a factual account of the events.

Critical Reception

Critically, 'Ghost House, A True Story' received a largely negative reception. While some viewers found its attempt at a 'true story' haunting premise intriguing, critics often pointed to its low production values, uninspired direction, and derivative horror elements. The acting was also frequently cited as a weak point, contributing to an overall underwhelming viewing experience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Lacks the scares and suspense to be effective.

  • Derivative and poorly executed horror elements.

  • Low production values detract from the 'true story' premise.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Ghost House, A True Story' appears to be scarce in publicly available data, suggesting it did not gain significant traction among general viewers.

Fun Fact

Despite its title suggesting a factual account, the film's claims of being 'a true story' are highly questionable and lack any verifiable corroboration.

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