Ghost World

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"Accentuate the negative."
  • R
  • 2001
  • 1 hr 51 min
  • 7.3  (125,990)
  • 90

Ghost World is a 2001 American comedy-drama film based on a graphic novel by Daniel Clowes. It was directed by Terry Zwigoff and stars Steve Buscemi, Thora Birch, and Scarlett Johansson. The movie tells the story of two teenage girls, Enid (Birch) and Rebecca (Johansson), who are best friends and graduates of high school dealing with post-graduation uncertainty.

Enid and Rebecca are both outcasts from their school and have one summer to create their identities before going their separate ways. They are disillusioned with the world and those around them, and they find solace in their shared cynicism. As they roam around town, they come into contact with a wide variety of odd characters, including Seymour (Buscemi), an older man who collects records.

Seymour is a lonely, middle-aged man who shares Enid and Rebecca's disenchantment with the world. After Enid plays a prank on him, he seeks her out and they form a bond over their mutual love of vintage records. This unlikely friendship blossoms as the summer progresses, and Enid begins to realize that her feelings for Seymour run deeper than she expected.

At the same time, Rebecca is pursuing her own interests, working at a coffee shop and taking a summer art course. She begins to drift away from Enid as she becomes more involved in her new life, leaving Enid feeling alone and abandoned. Enid also struggles to come to terms with the fact that Seymour has a girlfriend, and she becomes jealous and possessive of him.

As the summer draws to a close, Enid realizes that she needs to find a direction for her life. She decides that she and Rebecca should move in together and start a new life away from their hometown. However, Rebecca has already made plans to attend college in another city, leaving Enid feeling lost and uncertain about her future.

Ghost World is a poignant and thoughtful film that explores themes of identity, loneliness, and the search for meaning. The main characters are given depth and nuance, making it easy to empathize with their struggles and triumphs. The movie's soundtrack, featuring a mixture of vintage records and indie rock, adds to its unique charm.

Overall, Ghost World is a must-see for fans of indie films and anyone who has felt lost and uncertain about their place in the world. The movie's relatable characters and memorable soundtrack make it a timeless classic that is still relevant today.

Ghost World is a 2001 comedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 51 minutes. It has received mostly positive reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 7.3 and a MetaScore of 90.

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  • Release Date
    2001
  • MPAA Rating
    R
  • Runtime
    1 hr 51 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    7.3  (125,990)
  • Metascore
    90
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