Ghost Bride

October. 31,2013      
Rating:
3.1
Trailer Synopsis Cast

Ghost Bride tells the story of Jason Chen - a young chinese immigrant in New Zealand who keeps his love for Kiwi girl Skye secret from his disapproving mother Alice. Things quickly unravel as his mother introduces him to Madam Yin, a matchmaker who has a very special bride in mind for Jason - the mysterious and silent May Ling.

Yoson An as  Jason
Rebekah Palmer as  Skye
Ian Mune as  Frank
Geeling Ng as  Madam Yin
David T. Lim as  Uncle Jimmy

Reviews

Scanialara
2013/10/31

You won't be disappointed!

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AniInterview
2013/11/01

Sorry, this movie sucks

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CommentsXp
2013/11/02

Best movie ever!

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Matho
2013/11/03

The biggest problem with this movie is it’s a little better than you think it might be, which somehow makes it worse. As in, it takes itself a bit too seriously, which makes most of the movie feel kind of dull.

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a_baron
2013/11/04

There are supernatural thrillers that are action based, others that are psychological. Where does this one fit in? "Ghost Bride" is primarily psychological, with a mostly Chinese cast speaking in fluent English; Jason is living a Kiwi lifestyle but understandably his traditionalist widowed mother doesn't want him to marry a guilo. Unfortunately, Jason has a white girlfriend, and hasn't told his mother, who has called in a matchmaker. Jason is not having an arranged marriage, and his mother wouldn't be too happy if she realised who is the matchmaker's choice, her dead daughter.This is quite atmospheric in places but what do you do with a ghost that is capable of materialising anywhere and at any time? Jason strangles her, or it, and they bury the very terrestrial body. At least it was when they buried it. You'll have to make up your mind about this one, but by and large this low budget film doesn't succeed.

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seemees
2013/11/05

If you are an horror movie addict and searching for some horror movie to spend your night then this movie is OK. As it got some horror , mystery and thrill. But all these ingredients are at only reasonable level not good or exceptional at all. Acting , direction and even the tone of the movie is a bit dull. still a good time passer or i would say a time killer. And in case if you are new to horror movies or you are not an horror movie addict then you will definitely be shivering with fear many times during the movie. All the caste is non English apart from a couple of them . heroine seems fresh and acted quite well in the movie.

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ASouthernHorrorFan
2013/11/06

David Blyth has created a nice, steady psychological dilemma in "Ghost Bride" that really draws on the conflicts of cultural past and individual present that is a very real, and very murky journey for many young people today. To abide by the ways of the ancestors or forge an independent path for one's self. Then throw in a sinister match maker with ulterior motives and the paranormal, and soon things get down right deadly. This is a really well crafted ghost story and the cast do great jobs and bringing these characters to life on screen. The film does rely completely on melodrama and personal conflict for most of the suspense so the thrills are a bit more subdued than one would expect going into the film. Just a note for anyone setting out to watch-not a criticism. The special effects are minimal, a few quick frame switch moments meant to create a supernatural element, mostly practical stuff, with very minimal CGI. This isn't like the bigger budget Asian ghost stories with heavy-dark- effects that get chilling. "Ghost Bride" takes a more casual, restrained approach where the macabre nature of the story, unease of character situations, and a steady instrumental overture combine to tale a story of tragedy, desire, and struggle. Blyth presents us with a mature, respectful story that revolves around Eastern folklore, and familial guilt. (And I thought Western mothers knew how to milk the guilt thing.) Overall "Ghost Bride" is a strong story that is told with nearly perfect continuity. The beginning is a straight forward set-up that sets the tone for the whole film. There are moments that get confusing in the middle section that could have been tied in better- mostly with the introduction to the ghost element that doesn't really solidify until the last act. Of course my confusion could have been purely cultural differences and me not fully getting the Chinese traditions. This is a nice, mellow ghost story that never really escalates or falters far from the even tempo so no major chills or thrills are present. That was a bit of a bummer for me personally, but still "Ghost Bride" is a nice little macabre film.

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gerry barnaby Film Reviewer
2013/11/07

Likes : Sorry but who ever gave this a rating of 9 out of 10 seriously must be on meds or something because this is no way a 9 out of 10 film. As of Japaneses culture this film isn't to bad as it does capture the traditional wedding theme but this as a horror film fail's massively. Some of the acting is OK but i cant say this was a good film so many flaws it was unreal, some people might find this a good film but this was such a flawed film. Dislikes : Some of the acting was wooden, there was absolutely no scary or intense horror in this film what so ever, the ghost of the woman was in no way scary looking making the film look like a amateur with extreme low budget has made this film. This is what make this the worst film I've seen, im a big horror fan & fair play to the director effort in making this but sorry this film is a massive let down in horror, this is a very student type film film for a class room audience & not a big wide audience.This couple with the pace of the film lets it down.This is one film to avoid.

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