A Ghost in Monte Carlo
A chance meeting between British nobleman and lovely young Mistral foils a plot by her manipulating Aunt Emilie to avenge the death of her sister, Mistral's mother, who died in childbirth. But when an unscrupulous blackmailer and a rapacious Rajah enter the plot, the growing attraction between Lord and convent girl becomes yet more fraught with Danger.
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Plot Summary
An American banker traveling to Monte Carlo to close a deal unexpectedly encounters the ghost of a former lover. The ghost, who died tragically, claims she was murdered and begs him to help find her killer. He becomes entangled in a mystery filled with romance, danger, and the supernatural.
Critical Reception
A Ghost in Monte Carlo received a generally lukewarm reception from critics, with many finding its plot convoluted and its execution lacking. While some appreciated the romantic elements and the exotic setting, the film was largely considered a forgettable fantasy romance.
What Reviewers Say
- The film struggles with a weak and confusing narrative.
- Romance and supernatural elements are present but not well-developed.
- The Monte Carlo setting provides some visual appeal but cannot salvage the weak story.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'A Ghost in Monte Carlo' is not widely documented, but available commentary suggests viewers found the film to be a mediocre attempt at a romantic fantasy with a predictable plot and limited entertainment value.
Fun Fact
The film was based on the novel 'Le fantôme de Monte-Carlo' by French author Anne Golon, best known for her 'Angelique' series.
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