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Summary: 13 ghosts
Review: This was a good movie...Not as good as jeepers creepers but very good...the acting was decent..Shannon Elizabeth was great as always...if nothing else the movie was worth it just for her...the Special effects of this movie was very cool...The house made of glass..Not something you see alot so that made it good and the ghosts were well done...It made you jump and give you chills in some parts...It was a good movie..the dvd is good..not great..they left some things out that could have been put in...but overall it was good...this is a 3 star movie....worth watching...and buying if you like thriller horror movies...
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Summary: Plenty of gadgetry, not enough plot lucidity or likeability
Review: This seemed to start of with a promising cast and setting. But too soon the plot started going essentially nowhere fast, so sitting through the muddled playing out of the premise wasn't a very fun night at the movies. You'd have to really be into the cast, the mood, the special effects and the gadgetry to make this worth seeing. If not, see LARA CROFT, TOMB RAIDER instead. The latter is not quite a classic, but at least combines similar gadgetry with at bit more lucidity and palatability in its plot.
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Summary: Great horror flick, very stylish
Review: This is a really beautiful film to look at. The set was interesting and obviously had a lot of work put into it. The special effects and acting were beyond expectations. The ghosts were all fun to look at, and some were downright creepy. My only complaint is that I wanted to see more about each individual ghost...and lots of more of Shannon Elizabeth. Overall the movie is definitely worth a viewing.
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Summary: Utterly ghastly (and not in that good horror movie way)
Review: Thirteen ghosts was, simply put, a waste of my time. It would have been more productive to sit and look at a blank wall, than watch 13 ghosts. Main reasons? Lack of a plot and lack of acting. But the greatest insult? That it carries the same name as the classic black and white movie.
Now I know people don't expect stellar acting out of a horror movie - and neither do I. I expect camp and a certain amount of bad acting, and even enjoy it (the words "I KICK (...) FOR THE LORD!" come to mind), but not to this extent.
A friend of mine told me that the main two actors are actually respected actors, and have done other movies well. If that really is the case, then I hope it was the directing, or something else that caused them to be so ultra-bad.
If it isn't intelligence-insulting stupid racial comments ("You white people are crazy") that might appeal to the teens and pre-teens, it's the Scream guy's attempted deadpan imbecilic humor. The rating on this movie should not have been R - it should have been PG13, as I can't see how it would appeal to the older audience.
It's unfortunate that the trailer for this movie seemed so promising, that I couldn't pass up a chance to see it. And if you're like me, and were intrigued by the moving glass walls, and a promising plot, you're likely to regret every second afterwards.
Thirteen ghosts should be considered the Glitter of horror movies. Rent it, if you have to see what it's like. But avoid buying it like the plague. And if you want to see something a little more interesting, draw a dot on the ceiling and spend some time on the bed, seeing if it'll move. I guarantee more fun and time far more productively spent.
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Summary: Spooky and Chilling!
Review: This movie was probably one of the scariest movies you will ever see! Horror film buffs will not be disapointed,this movie will scare the hell out of you!
Rating:
Summary: 13 Ghosts
Review: I love scary movies and don't usually scare easily but this movie was wicked. It was awesome; it had some of the best special effects I have ever seen. I actually covered my eyes during certain parts of the movie and I was on the edge of my seat the whole time. I came out of the theater feeling shakey and knowing I would definately be buying it when it came out on DVD. I never saw the orignal so I had no expectations, a lot of people who saw the orignal said this version sucked but I think their just biased and possibly just angry because this version probably caused them to pee their pants. All in all it was an excellent film, but definately not for kids. I would even caution some teens against seeing it due to the high level of gore.
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Summary: Suprisingly Good!
Review: I went to see this movie out of curiosity, the previews were interesting, and I have always liked Shalhoub (especially since "The Siege"). I wasn't expecting much based on the recent horror flicks that I have seen, but was suprised at how good this movie was. The ghosts had me grabbing my neighbor's arm, yelling at the screen, and covering my eyes! I was raised on horror flicks so this is no easy task.Real quick - what do you get when you take an unbelievably intricate mansion, add one widower, his two kids, the nanny, a physic, a supernatural specialist, and twelve very disturbing, very frightening (and very dangerous) ghosts? Edge of your seat, white knuckled, hair raising fun! It may be a simple story, but the special effects and the way the story plays out is wonderful - it has all the elements, the good, the bad, and the creepy, as well as justice and retribution. If you are looking for a good movie to watch in the dark with friends, this is it... But I warn you, if you scare easy, leave the lights on!
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Summary: Pretty good.
Review: I liked this movie. The ghosts are really cool looking and the special effects are worth seeing. I wouldn't call it scary though, just fun to watch.
Pros: The House looks really cool and futuristic, which makes the setting good. Some of the characters, like the pyschic, are good as well. The ghosts' makeup looked detailed and cool.
Cons: The acting is a little shaky at certain parts. The movie isn't really scary, either are the ghosts. The Angry Princess would have been scarier if she wasn't naked. The nudity makes her attractive and detracts from her face.
All in all though, it's worth seeing because of the cool looking scenes. I enjoyed it immensely, just don't expect it to be too scary.
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Summary: A Decent Time-Killer
Review: The guys who grossed everybody out with HOUSE ON HAUNTED HILL are back to serve seconds with THIRTEEN GHOSTS, and again the blood and guts is hiked up from that of the original. The most interesting thing about the movie is the "haunted"house, which is actually a house comprised of glass. It's the film's best special effect, outclassing the acting and ample gore found thoughout. Of course horror films aren't about the acting, which makes the presence of first rate actors such as Tony Shalhoub and Embeth Davidtz seem like the producers were at least trying. Davidtz is the ghostbuster trying to free the "thirteen ghosts" trapped within the confines of the glass house, which has been inherited by Shalhoub's character. He precedes to move in his family, and of course that's where the spookiness begins. All in all, it's an entertaining waste of time, and far better than the savage reviews critics are giving it.
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Summary: scary ghosts, weak characters-except Matthew Lillard!!!
Review: Thirteen Ghosts was overall a good movie. I saw it twice and I was still scared to go in the bathroom. (...Angry Princess!!) Although some scenes with the family are really lame and the acting reaked (eh-hem!Shannon Elizabeth)- Matthew Lillard delivered throughout the movie for our viewing pleasure!!I love how he would get those seizures or spasms- cuz it really looked like he was getting them whenever he came within 10 ft. of something dead! Plus the spit string and stain on his orange suit added to the effect! Along with his witty, sarcasm and expressive faces- (too bad he wasn't in the whole movie!) The ghosts are scary looking tho- especially the jackal and the angry princess. I haven't read the book, but heard it was better by several. Oh, well- Matthew Lillard still made the movie worth seeing!!!!!!!!!! ^_^
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