Review of Ghost Town (2008) by Janed. — 23 Sep 2008

It was okay, but not worth $10. Wait until it comes out on DVD.

This review of Ghost Town (2008) was written by Janed. on 23 Sep 2008.

Ghost Town has generally received positive reviews.

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Overelaborate and distasteful, Ghost Town is annoying, dull, and you will be checking your watch to see when you can get out of this movie…

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