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The Ghost Writer is a 2010 neo-noir political thriller film directed by Roman Polanski. The film is an adaptation of the 2007 novel, The Ghost, by Robert Harris with the screenplay written by Polanski and Harris. It stars Ewan McGregor in the title role with Pierce Brosnan, Kim Cattrall, and Olivia Williams.
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I did not realize that The Ghost Writer was directed by Roman Polanski until the closing credits rolled. By that time, I was already prepared to give the film a mild recommendation with three stars. To be fair, I am still giving this film three stars, but with a non-recommendation. How Hollywood can make excuses for a convicted and unrepentant child rapist escapes me. But I cannot recommend a film (and would not hav…More
