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A musician dies in a car accident, only to return as a ghost haunting his former home. He observes his grieving wife and the passage of time, unable to communicate with her. As years turn into decades, he witnesses the house's transformation and the lives of its inhabitants, grappling with themes of loss, memory, and the ephemeral nature of existence.

A Ghost Story received widespread critical acclaim, with praise directed at its unique premise, meditative pacing, and emotional depth. Critics lauded its artistic vision and Rooney Mara's and Casey Affleck's performances, though some found its slow burn and abstract nature challenging.

• A profound and visually striking exploration of grief and eternity.
• Devotedly melancholic and artistically ambitious.
• A slow-burn meditation on love, loss, and the passage of time.

Google audience: Viewers praised the film's emotional resonance and unique artistic approach to the concept of loss and memory. Many found it to be a deeply moving and thought-provoking experience, though some noted its slow pace.

Nominated for an Independent Spirit Award for Best Cinematography.

The iconic pie-eating scene, where Rooney Mara's character consumes an entire pie, was shot over two days. Director David Lowery initially wanted to cut it, but Mara insisted on filming it, and it became one of the film's most memorable and discussed moments.