The Ghost Writer

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mark g Visually stunning. This film is a masterpiece in cinematography. You see elements of Hitchcock and De Palma. Every scene is a cross between elegance and sterile, just so clean. There is no sunlight, all overcast or stormy. This atmosphere creates a suspense that slow burns for the full two hours. Suppose I could talk about the plot and acting, but for me, this film was always about the visuals. Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 06/16/25 Full Review John C The sound track was intrusive it gave it a 70’s TV detective series feel. The ending wasn’t supported at all by the plot. How does the Ghost Writer string it all together with practically 0 references during the film. Only to be discovered at the very end, then killed? (Sorry). Rated 1/5 Stars •  Rated 1 out of 5 stars 05/15/25 Full Review Audience Member Another great Polanski hit. It's a murder mystery suspense thriller told from the point of view of the memoire ghost writer for a politician who is suspected of deception and abuse of power. The movie has a great flow and you're kept engaged throughout as the plot twists and turns with a completely unexpected end. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 03/03/25 Full Review Jed C A suspenseful spin in the tradition of Alfred Hitchcock. A few too many names to keep track of easily, so do your best to keep remember, but it all comes together in a worthwhile surprise ending. Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 01/29/25 Full Review Faiz D A very engaging thriller. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 08/29/24 Full Review Dave S In one of Roman Polanski’s least Polanski-like efforts, Ewan McGregor plays a ghost writer who is helping a former British prime minister (Pierce Brosnan) write his memoirs. However, things take a decidedly bad turn when the former politician is accused of war crimes. The Ghost Writer manages to work thanks to the performances from the impressive cast, which also includes the likes of Olivia Williams, Kim Cattrall, and Tom Wilkinson (among others), and a smart script from novelist Robert Harris. Despite its strengths, the movie doesn’t have much in the way of wow factors and, as good as it may be on a technical level, feels like it is one of the more forgettable pieces of Polanski’s impressive oeuvre. Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 08/24/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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