Spirit

Spirit

Year: 2012

Runtime: 145 mins

Language: Malayalam

Director: Ranjith

Drama

Raghunandan is a television host and aspiring novelist struggling with alcoholism, which led to his divorce from Meera. Despite the separation, Meera and her husband Alexy remain his closest friends. As his drinking spirals out of control and impacts his life, he encounters Maniyan, a plumber with an even more severe drinking problem. This unexpected meeting prompts Raghunandan to re-examine his own relationship with alcohol and confront the consequences of his choices.

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1

Opening in the Cemetery

The film begins with the Ghost of Christmas Yet-To-Come (Tracy Morgan) standing before Karen Blansky (Rose Byrne) in a cemetery, where she reflects on her bitter attitude. Karen, before encountering the ghosts, has been unkind to her neighbors but begins to realize her potential fate after seeing her grave. The ghost's presence prompts her to vow to change her ways.

Cemetery
2

Karen's Transformation

On Christmas Day, Karen wakes up and joyfully joins her neighbors' kids outside, showing her transformation from a mean person to a kinder individual. The ghosts, including Bonnie and Jacob Marley, arrive to commend her for her change in attitude. They sing a song about doing good in the world, celebrating her newfound kindness.

Christmas Day Neighborhood
3

Introduction of the Ghosts' Next Target

Jacob Marley gathers the ghosts to plan their next haunting, targeting a hotel manager named Mr. Alteli. The ghosts arrive at the hotel and observe him berating a janitor, exemplifying his mean behavior. The focus then shifts to Clint Briggs, a charismatic CEO whose attitude intrigues Present Ghost.

Hotel
4

Meetings with Clint Briggs

The ghosts follow Clint as he gives a provocative presentation, where he discusses supporting real trees and his skepticism about change. Present Ghost becomes interested in rehabilitating Clint despite Jacob's objections, leading to a year-long investigation into Clint’s past and present actions.

Following the hotel visit Various locations
5

Exploring Clint's Past

Present Ghost and the spirits delve into Clint’s history, learning about his childhood, the loss of his dog, and his strained relationships with his family. They discover how Clint’s early experiences and failures shaped his cynical view that people cannot change.

Previous years Flashback scenes
6

Clint's Past Failures

Clint's adult life shows a series of selfish and destructive decisions, including toxic work campaigns and neglecting his family’s needs. Present Ghost witnesses the heartbreaking moment when Clint's sister Carrie is dying from cancer and how Clint dismisses his responsibilities toward others, deepening his unredeemable nature.

Past years Various locations
7

Revelation of Present Ghost's Identity

The spirits reveal that Present Ghost was once Ebenezer Scrooge, expressing how his own frustrations mirror Clint’s current attitude. Clint encourages Present to vent his anger, but Jacob intervenes, warning against revealing too much and risking destabilizing the process.

History London, 1800s
8

Clint’s Confrontation with His Past

Clint revisits pivotal moments, including his mother's lies, his estranged relationship with Nora, and his manipulative tactics in politics. These memories expose how his actions have caused suffering and reveal his deep-seated fears of change.

Past memories Various locations
9

Clint Meets Carrie’s Spirit

Clint encounters the ghost of Carrie, who warns him of the consequences of his actions, paving the way for his self-awareness. This encounter motivates him to accept his flaws and consider his potential for redemption, even as he begins to question his own unchangeability.

Spirit realm
10

Clint's Sacrifice and Return as Spirit

In a heroic act, Clint sacrifices himself to save Present Ghost from being hit by a bus, which results in his death. His selfless act earns him redemption in the spirit realm, with Carrie welcoming him back as a proud sister. He joins the realm of spirits, leaving his mortal life behind.

During the climax Street/rooftop
11

Years Later – Clint as the Ghost of Christmas Present

Years pass, and Clint takes on the role of the Ghost of Christmas Present, working with Carrie and Bonnie. He visits Present and Kimberly, now married with children, helping to show the ongoing impact of his earlier journey. They all sing together in a joyful reunion.

Years after the main events Various
12

After Credits – Mr. Alteli’s Haunting

The film concludes with Mr. Alteli still being a jerk, as the spirits begin haunting him by causing objects to move and shake around him. He faints in fear, indicating the spirits’ ongoing efforts to teach him lessons, leaving his future in uncertainty.

After credits Hotel/close to Alteli

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