Love never dies.

Rating: 9/10 (31 July 2007)

Now I'm sorry if you find the summary above trite in any way, but I figure if countless horrific tales say the same thing about evil then its only fair that we should have a lighter contrast to think about! The soul of "Ghost" is sweet natured; it offers a little something for everybody provided they are content to let the odd corny moment and occasional spot of sappiness slide.
All of the cast do well (even Swayze, despite it reportedly being offered to every possible leading man in Hollywood before him) and the concept is a true crowd-pleaser because it contains elements that will appeal to a variety of different types. Sensitive folk will connect with the pure love story, thriller fans will enjoy the details of the plot, and fantasy buffs will appreciate the effects and the exploration of the afterlife. It's a blend of different styles that works well throughout, and is undoubtedly one of the key reasons why the film became such a big hit.
Stealing the show is supporting actress Whoopi Goldberg. At times it feels like the part of her character was expanded upon when the creative team saw for themselves what she was going to be able to do with it. I don't know whether or not that's true, but it's such a memorable performance that every now and again it even eclipses the main romance.
If you're searching for a piece of popular entertainment that's manipulative in a good way, then "Ghost" is a one-stop shop catering to all your needs.