Ghost Town

Release Year: 2008
Review: Ricky Gervais stars in this comedy about a man who, after a brush with death, can communicate with all the ghosts who are stuck wandering around New York city with unfinished business. A man, Dr. Pincus, is miserable and doesn't get along with the society surrounding him. Because of an event (technically dieing) he is forced to meet a girl who breaks him out of his shell and he falls in love with her. This is a by-the-books romantic comedy, there is no doubt about it. Fortunately, despite the fact that this is very formulaic, Ricky Gervais is just bitter and sarcastic enough to provide many laugh out loud moments. There is nothing all too memorable about the film, but it is moderately funny and worth the watch if you're in the mood for a light, familiar feeling film, that will provide a few laughs.
Rating: 3/5