1. HCSouza

   10

   It's not the best Polanski I've seen (the most unsettling for me is still The Tenant) but it is still a Polanski, very political - smashing over plausibility to make a point - very critical, dark and thrilling. Loved it.… Expand

   • Helpful? 3 of 3 users said Yes.
2. grandpajoe6191

   8

   Roman Polanski uses "The Ghost Writer" to show that he's still not old, and he perfectly demonstrates his abilities to the audience. He leads the movie with smooth direction and even has the capacity to add humor in such tense situations. Man, I do like this guy...… Expand

   • Helpful? 4 of 4 users said Yes.
3. Pat

   5

   Too long and too contrived, I did not like it. And the sex was gratuitous.

   • Helpful? 3 of 5 users said Yes.
4. StephenS

   3

   Clearly the reviewers and I did not see the same movie. The writing was contrived and plot-driven. The audience was laughing out loud at scenes that were supposed to be tense. There was so much implausibility here. Then when the wife of the prime minister jumps into bed with MacGregor, the audience fell out of their chair. This is a weak movie. Could someone please tell me I'm not crazy? thank you.… Expand

   • Helpful? 4 of 4 users said Yes.

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