Ghost City

Name: Ghost City
Genre: Western
Released: 1932-01-02
Duration: 1 h
Cast: Bill Cody, Andy Shuford, Helen Foster, Walter Miller, Kate Campbell

1932·Movie

·1h 0min·NR·

Western

MediocreGoodWatch score

5.0

Not streaming in any country yet.

Ghost City fingerprint

High energy, emotionally cool.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

Adrenaline8
Fast Pace8
Tension7

Heart

Cathartic and nostalgic

Catharsis7
Nostalgia7
Hopefulness6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Physical Comedy4
Wit & Wordplay3
Situational Comedy0

World

History and crime

World Immersion6
Dialogue Centrality5
Rewatchability4

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

Narrative Structure7
Direction6
Acting5

Style

Functional look and sound

Editing7
Cinematography6
Music Composition6

Energy

High

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

Ghost City is thrilling, fast-paced, and tense.

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All energy traits

Adrenaline8High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.

Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
Scare1Frightening moments and scares.

Heart

None

Cathartic and nostalgic

Emotionally, it's cathartic and nostalgic.

All heart traits

Catharsis7Emotional release and payoff.
Nostalgia7Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
Hopefulness6Optimism and uplifting resolve.
Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Wholesome2Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.

Pathos2Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
Wonder1Awe, discovery, and amazement.
Romance0Love stories and emotional connections.
Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.

Humor

Low

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

Expect a little humor.

All humor traits

Physical Comedy4Slapstick and visual gags.
Wit & Wordplay3Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Cringe Humor0Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.

Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Satire & Parody0Sharp critique and playful imitation.
Dark Humor0Humor from taboo or grim topics.

Related traits

Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.

Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.

World

Low

History and crime

Its world is built around history and crime.

All world traits

World Immersion6Depth and sensory richness of setting.
Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.
Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.

Novelty3Fresh ideas and invention.
Ambiguity1Open-endedness and uncertainty.

Related traits

Historical9Period settings and real events.
Crime8Heists, investigation, and underworld.

Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.

Craft

Low

Solid, not remarkable

The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.

All craft traits

Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
Acting5Performance craft and presence.
Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
Dialogue Quality4Sharp writing and memorable lines.

Character Depth3Rich, complex characterization.
Complexity3Layered plots and ideas.
Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.

Related traits

Homage & Reference8Allusions to other works.

Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.

Style

Medium

Functional look and sound

The look and sound stay functional.

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All style traits

Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
Music Composition6Score and musical identity.

Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Visual Stylization2Distinctive aesthetic signature.

Related traits

Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.

Camp & Irony5Stylized exaggeration and wink.
Dialogue Centrality5Stories driven by conversation.

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensPure Escapism

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About

A "Bill and Andy" Western

Newspaper editor Bill Temple arrives in Boom Town planning to expose Jim Blane as a crook. When Blane's henchman Buck fails to kill Temple, Blane prepares to flee with his money. But a sudden announcement of a gold strike empties the town. Blane heads after his henchmen who have taken his money and Temple heads after Blane.

Classic WesternCrime & PursuitFast-Paced ActionGold Rush EraGood vs. EvilHigh AdrenalineNostalgic Genre PieceSimple & DirectAdventure