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I Am a Ghost

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Wikipedia article




'I Am a Ghost', is a 2012 American horror film directed by H.P. Mendoza. It debuted at the 2012 San Francisco International Asian American Film Festival.

Plot



During an indeterminable time period, Emily (Anna Ishida), a troubled ghost who died, haunts her own Victorian house every day, wondering why she can't leave. With the help of Sylvia, (Jeannie Barroga), a clairvoyant hired to rid the house of spirits, Emily is forced into a 'patient/therapist' relationship, uncovering disturbing mysteries about her past that may help her move on to 'the next place'.

Cast



* Anna Ishida as Emily

:: Juliet Heller as Emily #2

::: Diana Tenes as Emily #3

* Jeannie Barroga as Sylvia (voice)

* Rick Burkhardt as Demon

* Jef Cunningham as Doctor (voice)

* Maia Mendoza as Sister (voice)

* Rachel Wong as Mother (voice)

Production



'I Am a Ghost' cost roughly $10,000 with a substantial amount of it raised on Kickstarter, $7500 of which was for actual production.

Critical reception



Dennis Harvey of 'Variety' wrote, "within its chosen narrative and physical limitations, the pic is artfully and resourcefully crafted on a small budget." Shawn Handling from 'HorrorNews.net' gave the film a negative review, criticizing the script, acting, and runtime, while also commending the cinematography and special effects. Scott Hallam from 'Dread Central' rated the film a score of three and a half out of five, criticizing the first half as "repetitive", while commending the effects, and finale.

Awards

* Best Picture - Bram Stoker International Film Festival 2012

* Best Horror Film - PollyGrind Film Festival

* Best Horror Director - SF Weekly 2012

* Best Horror Director - Tucson Terrorfest 2012

* Best Actress - Tucson Terrorfest 2012

References




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