Thir13en Ghosts

Name: Thir13en Ghosts
Director: Steve Beck
Genre: Horror, Thriller
Released: 2001-01-01
Duration: 91 min
Rating: 6.3
Cast: Tony Shalhoub, Embeth Davidtz, Matthew Lillard, Shannon Elizabeth, Alec Roberts

2001Dir. Steve Beck1h 31m

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Runtime1h 31m

Released2001

Budget$42M

Box office$68.5M

DirectorSteve Beck

About This Movie

Thir13en Ghosts is a curious mix of horror and thriller, often more about atmosphere than straightforward scares. The glass house is an interesting visual concept, serving as both a prison and a character in itself. The practical effects used for the ghosts are a standout, really bringing a unique flavor to each specter, though some might argue the CGI is a bit overdone in spots. The pacing has its ups and downs—there are moments that drag a bit, but the tension builds nicely in others. Matthew Lillard's performance adds a layer of quirkiness that I found engaging, as he straddles both comic relief and genuine tension. Definitely not your standard ghost story.

Released on October 26, 2001, by Columbia Pictures.Directed by Steve Beck, known for his work in effects-heavy films.Features practical effects combined with CGI for the ghost designs.Based on the 1960 film '13 Ghosts' directed by William Castle.