Cast
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Jay Duplass
as Guy Laury
Kate Lyn Sheil
as Pilot
Maria Dizzia
as Julie Coffin
Deirdre O'Connell
as Mary Laury
Craig muMs Grant
as Maurice
Thomas Jay Ryan
as Martin Cline
Laila Robins
as Susan
Paul Lazar
as Mark Brooks
Keith Poulson
as Ghost hunter
Virginia Venk
as ghost witness
Janna Emig
as hip ghost witness
Lauren L. Owen
as Books Publishing Admin asst
Farruh Nunuzov
as Barfly
Iraki Jibladze
as Chef Jeff
Lena Hudson
as Lucy
Crew
Director
- Thomas Matthews
Writer
- Thomas Matthews
Producer
- Thomas Matthews
- Lena Hudson
- Daryl Pittman
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Ghostwritten examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Thomas Matthews brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2022, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Ghostwritten took approximately 14 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 89 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 117 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 5 months to complete.
- The film contains approximately 2333 individual shots.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 2022, when this film is released:
- Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
- Artificial intelligence was becoming increasingly integrated into daily life and creative industries.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: June 19, 2022
- Runtime: 1h 29m
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