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Ghost: 1990 romantic fantasy film directed by Jerry Zucker

Ghost (1990), directed by Jerry Zucker, is a romantic fantasy about a murdered man who remains as a spirit to protect his loved ones. Stars Patrick Swayze and Demi Moore; Whoopi Goldberg won an Oscar for her role.

Overview

Ghost is a 1990 American romantic fantasy film set primarily in New York City. Directed by Jerry Zucker and written by Bruce Joel Rubin, the picture follows a man who remains on Earth as a spirit after his death and the efforts of those alive to help him. The principal cast includes Demi Moore, Patrick Swayze, Whoopi Goldberg and Tony Goldwyn.

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Box office

Although its premise mixed romance, suspense and supernatural elements, the film became an unexpected commercial phenomenon. It grossed approximately $505,702,588 worldwide, making it the top-earning movie of 1990, on a reported production budget of $22,000,000 and establishing itself as a major box office success.

Critical response and legacy

Audiences responded strongly to the film’s blend of emotion and spectacle, giving it very positive reactions from the audience, while professional critics offered mostly favorable reviews. Its broad appeal and enduring fanbase have contributed to the movie’s continuing popularity and status as a cult movie for many viewers.

Awards

The film received several Academy Award nominations and earned industry recognition; notably, Whoopi Goldberg won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for her work in the picture.

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