Ghost Stories

Ghost Stories

Year: 2019

Runtime: 144 min

Language: English

Directors: Anurag Kashyap, Dibakar Banerjee, Karan Johar, Zoya Akhtar

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Four unsettling stories explore the nature of fear, as accomplished filmmakers blend horror with dark humor. Each segment delivers a descent into the unknown, blurring the line between reality and nightmare. The anthology showcases a variety of chilling experiences and unsettling visuals, offering a unique and thought-provoking exploration of terror.

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1

Philip's Live Show

Professor Philip Goodman publicly exposes the deceptions of celebrity psychic Mark Van Rhys during a televised event. His skeptical approach sets the tone for his investigation into the paranormal and establishes his character as a debunker of supernatural claims.

2

Admiring Charles Cameron

Post-performance, Philip reflects on his admiration for psychologist Charles Cameron, who had dedicated his life to debunking the paranormal. He recalls the mystery surrounding Cameron's disappearance, which has haunted Philip's thoughts for years.

3

Intriguing Package

Philip receives an unexpected package containing an audiotape from the missing Cameron. The tape invites him to meet Charles in his trailer, raising Philip's curiosity and setting the stage for a confrontation about his views on the supernatural.

4

Meeting Charles Cameron

Upon meeting, Charles candidly expresses his regret for previously dismissing the supernatural. He challenges Philip, labeling him a 'conceited coward' for his skepticism, and presents him with three cases that demand investigation.

5

Investigation of Tony Matthews

Philip begins with the case of Tony Matthews, whose daughter Marnie suffers from locked-in syndrome. Tony recounts a spine-chilling encounter with a ghostly girl in an abandoned asylum, which severely shakes Philip's skepticism.

Abandoned Asylum
6

Father Richard Emery's Insights

Philip consults Father Richard Emery, who recounts Marnie's visceral reaction to her father's voice while in the hospital. The emotional connection prompts Philip to visit his own father, reflecting on family ties in the face of suffering.

Hospital
7

Encounter with Simon Rifkind

Continuing his probe, Philip encounters teenager Simon Rifkind and discovers his unsettling family dynamic. Simon shares a traumatic experience involving an accident and a supernatural encounter in the woods, further mystifying Philip's perceptions.

Simon’s Home
8

Ghostly Reflection

While investigating the site of Simon's terrifying encounter, Philip catches a glimpse of his own ghostly reflection in his car. This unsettling visual pushes Philip deeper into introspection regarding his beliefs and experiences.

Forest
9

Meeting Mike Priddle

In a remote countryside area, Philip meets Mike Priddle, who shares his chilling experiences with a poltergeist while his wife was in the hospital. Mike's disturbing narrative adds another layer to Philip's skepticism and fear.

Countryside
10

Mike's Haunting Encounter

Mike recounts a traumatic encounter with a terrifying vision of his wife, Maria. The shock of discovering her death during childbirth becomes a tragic revelation that deeply affects Philip's perception of reality.

Hospital
11

Confrontation with Charles

Philip returns to confront Charles, dismissing everything he witnessed as mere trickery. However, Charles reveals a shocking truth about himself, stating that perception plays a significant role in understanding reality.

12

Into the Tunnel

Charles takes Philip into a surreal tunnel landscape. Here, Philip confronts the memories of his childhood bullying, leading to a haunting revelation about guilt and remorse associated with past events.

Tunnel
13

Revelation of Kojak

In the grips of his vision, Philip finally recognizes the hooded figure as Kojak, a victim of past bullying. The confrontation serves to illustrate Philip's deep-seated guilt over his inaction during Kojak's tragic fate.

Tunnel
14

Climactic Terror

Faced with the materialization of unresolved guilt manifesting as a crib, Philip endures a terrifying encounter with the ghastly figure of Kojak. This confrontation culminates in a pivotal moment that challenges his understanding of life and death.

15

Philip's True State

In a shocking twist, it is revealed that Philip has been in a catatonic state, watched over by doctors Mike Priddle and Simon Rifkind. The irony of Tony Matthews as his custodian underscores a tragic conclusion to his journey of skepticism.

Hospital

Last Updated: November 15, 2024 at 16:48

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