Hawk’s Highlights – Ghost World (2001)

Last night my wife Dakota and I watched a movie called Ghost World (2001). This was a really interesting movie. I wouldn’t recommend this for everyone. It’s got a very niche type of audience. If you like movies like Juno, or Nick & Norah’s Infinite Playlist, or Youth in Revolt, this is the type of movie for you (although I’m realizing all those comparisons have Micheal Cera in them and Ghost World does not.) Ghost World has a lot of quirk, especially since it was based on a comic book. The story of Enid (Thora Birch: American Beauty), and Rebecca (Scarlett Johansson: Avengers), are just out of high school and trying to figure out the next steps of their lives post high school. Get a job? Move out? See a sad, lonely man (Steve Buscemi) and follow him to see what he’s up to? It’s an odd coming of age story that can really feel relatable, or alienating. Depending on where you are in life, this movie can seem like it’s completely ridiculous and out of pocket, but for others it’s extremely relatable and real. Overall, I really liked this movie. I enjoy movies like this – the tone reminds me of the indie hit Dinner in America, Snack Shack, or But I’m a Cheerleader. If you’re into weird, “hipster,” indie movies, you might dig Ghost World.

I give this movie 3 ½ out of 5 stars – You can see what I’m currently watching by following me on Letterboxd @ roberthawk