


Ghost Town: The Movie
An 1800’s western set in the Great Smoky Mountains of North Carolina. It’s a story of love, hate, revenge, honor. It showcases the most famous villains of all time from John Boorman’s “Deliverance” filmed in 1972. Voted number one movie villains of all time in “Maxim Magazine”, 2005, Bill McKinney and Herbert “Cowboy” Coward scared audiences with their mountain man delivery that struck fear in millions of movie goers. They were reunited in this film after 37 years.
Insights
Plot Summary
A misanthropic dentist, recently deceased and still lingering in the afterlife, is tasked by ghosts to help a living woman solve the mystery of her husband's murder. He reluctantly agrees, finding himself drawn into the world of the living and confronting his own cynical nature. The dentist must overcome his apathy and communication barriers to bring justice to the spectral realm.
Critical Reception
Ghost Town was generally well-received by critics, who praised its unique blend of comedy, fantasy, and heartfelt emotion. Many highlighted Ricky Gervais's performance as a lonely ghost and the film's surprisingly touching story. Audience reception was also positive, appreciating its clever premise and comedic timing.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its witty and heartfelt script, blending humor with supernatural elements.
- Ricky Gervais's performance as the cynical ghost was a standout, drawing both laughs and sympathy.
- The film successfully balances its comedic premise with a touching exploration of connection and redemption.
Google audience: Google users generally enjoyed 'Ghost Town,' appreciating its clever humor, unique concept, and the surprisingly emotional depth provided by Ricky Gervais's performance. Many found it to be a refreshing and funny supernatural comedy.
Fun Fact
Ricky Gervais's character, Bertram P. P. Finklestein, is a dentist who dies from a colonoscopy complication, a darkly humorous and unusual cause of death.
AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources
My Review
TMDB Reviews
1 reviews