Two Shameless Ghosts
A handsome young millionaire wastes his life in parties and debauchery. When his father dies, he inherits him on the condition that he works and marries, but he gets drunk and dies in an accident. A fat and poor bum in love with the waitress of a restaurant, robs the factory where he works as a watchman and when the police arrive he falls from the roof and dies. Both arrive at the reception of the afterlife and receive a new opportunity. They are given pills to temporarily recover their bodies, but they confuse them and end up exchanging them, which causes trouble and entanglements with their girlfriends and friends.
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Plot Summary
This animated short film, based on the works of Milo Manara, is a visually striking and darkly humorous tale. It follows the misadventures of two spectral beings who are far from the typical ethereal spirits, embodying a mischievous and rather earthly kind of afterlife. Their escapades offer a unique perspective on what it means to be a 'ghost'.
Critical Reception
As a short animated film, "Two Shameless Ghosts" is primarily recognized for its artistic merit and Manara's distinctive visual style. It is often appreciated by fans of animation and graphic art for its bold imagery and mature themes, though it may not have received widespread mainstream critical reviews.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its unique and provocative animation style.
- Noted for its dark humor and surreal narrative.
- Appreciated by fans of Milo Manara's distinct artistic vision.
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Fun Fact
The film is based on the distinctive comic art style of Italian artist Milo Manara, known for his erotic and fantasy works.
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