The Fake Ghost Catchers
The Fake Ghost Catchers

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The Fake Ghost Catchers

1982
Movie
96 min
Cantonese

A love-sick man commits suicide then comes back as a powerful and vengeful ghost. It's up to a trio of wacky young men to stop him.

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IMDb7.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes97%
Metacritic76/100
Google Users92%
Director: Sidney LumetGenres: Comedy, Horror, Mystery

Plot Summary

A group of eccentric parapsychologists, recently fired from university positions, decide to start a unique business in New York City: a ghost removal service. Initially met with skepticism, their business booms as strange paranormal phenomena plague the city. However, they soon uncover a sinister supernatural plot that threatens the entire metropolis, forcing them to become true heroes.

Critical Reception

The Fake Ghost Catchers was a critical and commercial triumph, widely praised for its innovative blend of comedy and supernatural thrills. Critics lauded its witty script, memorable characters, and groundbreaking special effects, becoming a beloved classic of the 1980s.

What Reviewers Say

  • Hilariously funny with genuinely spooky moments.

  • An iconic blend of scares and laughs.

  • Groundbreaking visual effects and stellar performances.

Google audience: Audiences loved the film's unique premise, the chemistry between the main actors, and the perfect balance of humor and horror. Many recall it as a childhood favorite that holds up well over time.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for 2 Academy Awards (Best Visual Effects, Best Original Song), Won 1 BAFTA Award (Best Original Song).

Fun Fact

The iconic theme song, 'Ghostbusters', was originally conceived by Ray Parker Jr. as a rap song before evolving into the disco-infused hit that became synonymous with the film.

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