

Ghostbusters
Following a ghost invasion of Manhattan, paranormal enthusiasts Erin Gilbert and Abby Yates, nuclear engineer Jillian Holtzmann, and subway worker Patty Tolan band together to stop the otherworldly threat.
Critics Sentiment
Rowan transforms into the giant Ghostbusters logo ghost for final confrontation
Erin releases the captured ghost to prove their work to skeptic Martin Heiss
The film dips to its lowest point when Erin inexplicably releases the ghost to prove their work to a skeptic, then gradually builds momentum through the climactic battle sequences.
Audience sentiment toward Ghostbusters (2016) remains consistently lukewarm throughout most of its runtime, with occasional peaks during the better action sequences and Chris Hemsworth's comedic moments. The film struggles to find its footing in the first two-thirds, with many reviewers noting weak character development and forced plot points. The climactic battle sequences generate the most positive reception, particularly the creative logo ghost transformation, though the overall experience leaves most viewers feeling the reboot falls short of justifying its existence.
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Kristen Wiig
Erin Gilbert

Melissa McCarthy
Abby Yates

Kate McKinnon
Jillian Holtzmann

Leslie Jones
Patty Tolan

Chris Hemsworth
Kevin

Neil Casey
Rowan North

Zach Woods
Tour Guide

Ed Begley Jr.
Ed Mulgrave

Charles Dance
Harold Fillmore

John Milhiser
Higgins Student

Ben Harris
Higgins Student

Karan Soni
Bennie

Bess Rous
Gertrude Aldridge Ghost

Steve Higgins
Dean

Dave Allen
Electrocuted Ghost

Katie Dippold
Rental Agent

Nate Corddry
Graffiti Artist

Daniel Ramis
Metal Head

Pat Kiernan
NY1 News Anchor #1

Bill Murray
Martin Heiss
Crew
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