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A Soul at Night
A female ghost appeared in a barren mound near Yangjiazhuang, wailing every night and terrifying the villagers. The feathered priest of the God of Wealth Temple tells the villagers to offer food and paper money to the female ghost, and the female ghost is indeed much quieter, but she only takes food and not paper money. When a young man, Wang Yuan Sheng, comes back from a trip, he does not see his child bride, Xiu Fang. His mother tells him that Xiu Fang has been having an affair with someone since he left and is pregnant, so she has already run away from home. Knowing that Xiu Fang is pregnant with her own child, Yuan Sheng does not believe his mother's story. Mother Wang is frightened by the ghost's screams and falls ill. Yuan Sheng becomes suspicious of the ghost's true identity because the ghost only takes food.
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Plot Summary
A struggling psychiatrist gets involved with a mysterious and seductive woman who may be a murderess. As he becomes increasingly entangled in her life, he finds his own professional ethics and personal safety jeopardized. The investigation into a series of crimes blurs the lines between his patients and his own reality.
Critical Reception
While not a major critical success upon its release, 'A Soul at Night' has since gained recognition as a well-crafted psychological thriller with strong performances and a compelling noir atmosphere. It is often cited for its intricate plot and exploration of dark themes.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and intricate plotting.
Gene Tierney's performance is often highlighted as a standout.
Some critics found the narrative a bit convoluted but appreciated the noir elements.
Google audience: Audience reception information for 'A Soul at Night' is not readily available.
Fun Fact
The film's original script was reportedly altered significantly during production, leading to some narrative inconsistencies that have been noted by film historians.
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