Ghostlight

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When melancholic construction worker Dan (Keith Kupferer) finds himself drifting from his wife and daughter, he discovers community and purpose in a local theater's production of Romeo and Juliet. As the drama onstage starts to mirror his own life, he and his family are forced to confront a personal loss.

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Critics Consensus

A small film that elicits a huge emotional response, Ghostlight is a deeply moving and superbly acted meditation on grief.

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Claudia Puig

FilmWeek (KPCC - NPR Los Angeles)

It deals with [grief and loss] in a really fresh way.

Jul 13, 2024

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Sara Michelle Fetters

MovieFreak.com

Directors Kelly O’Sullivan (who also provides the exquisite screenplay) and Alex Thompson have delivered a hushed, confidently devastating, and ultimately hopeful drama that never follows a traditional path.

Rated: 4/4

Jul 1, 2024

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Ty Burr

Washington Post

“Ghostlight” is a nice film and sometimes a lovely one about the therapy that can come with art and pretending, and its message is soothing enough to make one wish things always worked this way.

Rated: 2.5/4

Jun 21, 2024

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Gisela Savdie

Letra Urbana

With a script that skillfully balances drama with moments of poetic beauty, Ghostlight stands out as a work that entertains while inviting reflection on human nature and the therapeutic capacity of art. [Full review in Spanish]

Jul 15, 2024

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Wade Major

FilmWeek (KPCC - NPR Los Angeles)

A wonderful, classic, all-American indie.

Jul 13, 2024

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Bill Newcott

The Saturday Evening Post

You probably don’t know any of the actors in Ghostlight...But you will never forget the shatteringly authentic, nakedly heartfelt performances in this deeply moving and stubbornly hopeful story of the healing power of art.

Rated: 4/5

Jul 11, 2024

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Kathy

This is a fabulous movie filmed in Waukegan , Illinois. The acting is superb. Its a movie not to miss!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/20/24

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debi r

Loved this movie. The acting was outstanding.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/02/24

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Mr. Hollywood

Really good Its an easy enjoyable ride. Man has an emotional rollercoaster ride and joining a play he realizes similarities with his own life. Sounds boring but it isnt. The way its filmed and acted makes the movie and it definitely is one of the better ones of the year 2024 so far.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

07/02/24

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Patrick

I left the theater with a tear in my eye. This is a damn good movie with terrific acting, especially from the lead. I’ve never seen him in a movie before but I will see anything with him in it now.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

07/02/24

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Bromley D

A powerful and poignant film about a family dealing with the death of a loved one. What transpires is a beautiful gem of a film filled with humor, drama and deep felt emotions. It takes an amateur little theater production of Romeo and Juliet to transform the grieving family. I laughed and cried. I highly recommend this film from the bottom of my heart.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/30/24

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Alice Z

Slow to develop. Great acting worth the ticket price.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/30/24

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Synopsis

When melancholic construction worker Dan (Keith Kupferer) finds himself drifting from his wife and daughter, he discovers community and purpose in a local theater's production of Romeo and Juliet. As the drama onstage starts to mirror his own life, he and his family are forced to confront a personal loss.

Director: Kelly O'Sullivan, Alex Thompson
Producer: Ian Keiser, Alex Wilson, Pierce Cravens, Edwin Linker, Chelsea Krant, Alex Thompson
Screenwriter: Kelly O'Sullivan
Distributor: IFC Films
Production Co: Runaway Train
Rating: R (Language)
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jun 14, 2024, Limited
Box Office (Gross USA): $636.2K
Runtime: 1h 55m
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.66:1)