Ghost Town
Ghost Town

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Ghost Town

1996
Movie
Adult · 18+
79 min
English

Melissa and Nick are engaged and on their way to visit with Nick's folks. Melissa has her doubts about Nick. And she's starting to have doubts about her transmission and radiator too. As her car breaks down, Missy takes a much needed nap, only to awake in another time and place...In a dusty old ghost town where women are whores, the meeting place is a saloon, and the man of her dreams is a guy named Bart.

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IMDb5.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes22%
Google Users55%
Director: David S. GoyerGenres: Comedy, Fantasy, Horror

Plot Summary

A down-on-his-luck magician, desperate for success, accidentally summons the ghost of a slain mob boss. To get rid of the annoying apparition, he must help the ghost find justice and solve his own murder. As he delves deeper into the mystery, he uncovers a web of deceit and danger, all while trying to navigate his newfound spectral roommate and a potential love interest.

Critical Reception

Ghost Town received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its premise and execution to be uninspired. While some appreciated the comedic elements and the performances of its lead actors, the film was largely criticized for its predictable plot and uneven tone, failing to fully capitalize on its supernatural premise.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles to balance its comedic, fantasy, and horror elements, resulting in a disjointed viewing experience.

  • Performances are a mixed bag, with some actors elevating the material while others are lost in the weak script.

  • The plot is overly predictable and relies on tired genre tropes, offering little in the way of genuine surprise or innovation.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a lackluster supernatural comedy, with many pointing out its unoriginal storyline and a lack of engaging humor. While some viewers found moments of amusement, the overall sentiment is that the movie fails to deliver a satisfying or memorable experience.

Fun Fact

The film was originally conceived as a darker horror film before being rewritten as a comedy. Some early promotional materials reflect this initial tone.

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