From the title, I incorrectly deduced that this Roman Polanski directed film was of the horror genre, but in actuality it is political thriller/mystery that keeps you guessing until the end. Ewan McGregor plays "The Ghost Writer," hired to edit the former Prime Minister, Adam Lang's( Pierce Brosnan) memoirs, after the previous writer was mysteriously murdered. In a twist, Adam Lang is being investigated for sanctioning, kidnapping and torturing terror suspects. The Ghost begins to uncover secrets hidden in the manuscript and photos left by his predecessor linking Lang to the CIA. Adam Lang's depressed wife (Olivia Williams) and attractive assistant (Kim Cattrall) make for interesting tension and jealousy.
While watching "Ghost Writer," set in Martha's Vineyard, one can't help but to wonder...how did Roman Polanski produce this film in the United States? Is there a parallel between his life and Adam Lang's, both unable to return their home countries? Who murdered the previous ghost writer and what secrets is the former Prime Minister (Pierce does not look like an "Adam") hiding? Why is Adam's wife such an unhappy and aggressive lady? And why is Kim Cattrall talking with that terrible accent, is she British or just an uptight snotty woman?
Overall it was a well made film, with intriguing characters that cleverly builds suspense throughout, with a surprise ending.
Grade: B+
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