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Ghost Stories
Charles Dickens' 'Ghost Stories' from the Pickwick Papers. The Ghost in the Wardrobe: A young law student moves into an old rooming house haunted by a resident ghost. Tension grows between the two, building to a surprising conclusion. The Mail Coach Ghosts: Time travel puts a young man on a collision course with a ruthless nobleman and his evil henchmen. When the young man falls in love with a beautiful maiden, a captive of the nobleman, he plans a daring rescue to free her. The Goblin and the Grave Digger: Fiery nether-regions set the scene for this unearthly tale of a grave digger put on trial for his life by the King of the Goblins. The eerie account of his nightmarish ordeal is a special effects encounter that will enthral fans of the supernatural.
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Plot Summary
This anthology film presents a series of chilling tales centered around supernatural encounters and unsettling mysteries. Each segment offers a distinct narrative, exploring different facets of the paranormal, from ghostly visitations to curses and haunted objects. The stories aim to evoke suspense and fright through their eerie atmosphere and unexpected twists.
Critical Reception
As an anthology film from 1987, "Ghost Stories" received mixed to positive reviews, often praised for its varied tales and spooky atmosphere, though some critics found the quality inconsistent across segments. It is generally regarded as a solid entry in the horror anthology genre of its time.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its ability to deliver scares through diverse supernatural narratives.
Some segments were highlighted for their creative concepts and effective suspense.
The anthology format meant that not all stories resonated equally with audiences or critics.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews specifically for 'Ghost Stories (1987)' is not readily available. However, audience reception for anthology films of this era often varied, with individual story preferences greatly influencing overall opinions.
Fun Fact
While 'Ghost Stories' is a film title, the year 1987 is more famously associated with the release of Stephen King's 'It' (miniseries) and the classic horror film 'The Lost Boys', making this particular anthology film less prominent in major award discussions.
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