Hello Ghost! (2023)

Released: 2023-08-18 Recommended age: 10+ IMDb 7.1
Hello Ghost!

Movie details

  • Genres: Comedy, Family, Drama
  • Director: Pei-Ju Hsieh
  • Main cast: Tseng Jing-Hua, Ivy Shao, Lu Yi-ching, Chang Tsai-hsing, Jia-Yin Tsai
  • Country / region: Taiwan
  • Original language: zh
  • Premiere: 2023-08-18

Story overview

A Taiwanese comedy-drama about a man who, after a suicide attempt, finds himself accompanied by four ghosts. To earn his place in the afterlife, he must help each ghost fulfill their final wishes, leading to humorous and heartfelt family-oriented adventures.

Parent Guide

A heartwarming comedy with some mature themes handled sensitively. Suitable for families with older children who can grasp emotional nuances.

Content breakdown

Violence & peril
Mild

Non-graphic depiction of a suicide attempt (pills), comical ghostly antics, no physical violence.

Scary / disturbing
Mild

Ghosts are comedic, not scary; themes of death and suicide may be unsettling for young viewers.

Language
None

No offensive language noted; family-appropriate dialogue.

Sexual content & nudity
None

No sexual content or nudity.

Substance use
Mild

Brief, non-glamorized reference to pill consumption in suicide context.

Emotional intensity
Moderate

Themes of depression, suicide, and death are balanced with humor and hope; may provoke thoughtful discussion.

Parent tips

This film deals with mature themes like suicide and death in a lighthearted, comedic way. While rated TV-14, it's family-friendly overall but best for older children who can understand its emotional depth. The ghosts are portrayed comically, not frighteningly.

Parent chat guide

Use this movie to discuss themes of empathy, helping others, and finding purpose. Talk about how the main character grows through helping the ghosts, and address the initial suicide attempt sensitively, emphasizing hope and connection.

Parent follow-up questions

  • What was your favorite ghost?
  • How did the man help the ghosts?
  • Why do you think the ghosts needed help?
  • How did helping others make the man feel better?
  • What does this movie say about second chances?
  • How does humor help deal with serious topics?
  • Discuss the portrayal of suicide and recovery in the film.
  • How does the film balance comedy with emotional themes?

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