Movie spotlight
Goldbuster
A quirky internet star, a pair of retired gangsters, and the black sheep of a prolific family of herbalists are a few of the oddball tenants that call the dilapidated apartments of Humble Grove home. Fearful of being locked out by a ruthless property developer with his eye on the building, they’ve stayed inside for years. So, when supernatural incidents befall them all on one night, instead of running, they turn to flamboyant ghost hunter Golden Ling to perform a most unusual exorcism.
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Plot Summary
A down-on-his-luck diver takes on a challenging job: to find a legendary treasure said to be guarded by ghosts. He assembles a ragtag team, including a martial arts master and a group of online influencers, to help him on his quest. Facing supernatural obstacles and rival treasure hunters, the group must overcome their differences and work together to achieve their goal.
Critical Reception
Goldbuster received largely negative reviews from critics, who found its plot nonsensical and its humor to be juvenile. Audiences were also unimpressed, with many finding the film to be a weak attempt at a comedy-action flick. The film failed to make a significant impact at the box office.
What Reviewers Say
The film suffers from a weak and confusing plot.
The humor is often crude and unfunny.
The action sequences lack excitement and originality.
Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a widespread disappointment with the film's lack of coherence and humor. Many viewers felt the movie was a waste of time and failed to deliver on its promises of action and comedy.
Fun Fact
The film was marketed heavily with its influencer cast members, attempting to leverage their online popularity to attract a younger audience, though this strategy did not translate into critical or commercial success.
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