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Inner Ghosts (2019): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Inner Ghosts is a 2019 horror film starring Celia Williams as Helen, Iris Cayatte and Amanda Booth. It runs 1 hour 29 minutes and earned $522 worldwide. Its Echo Score is 52/100.

worldwide gross
$522
Echo Score
52
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Inner Ghosts (2019) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 29m (89 min)
Genre
Horror
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Inner Ghosts About?

The premise of Inner Ghosts without spoilers.

The belief that ghosts can think and remember raises questions about where our inner selves are stored, suggesting it's not solely in the physical brain. Helen, a former medium who lost her daughter fifteen years prior and now works in brain research, is asked to train two young women in communicating with the dead. However, her past life returns when a spectral visit provides the design for an extraordinary device, bringing with it unforeseen risks and forcing her to confront the secrets she left behind.

Inner Ghosts Themes & Keywords

· 23 tags
  • psychotronic film
  • body scanning
  • body scanner
  • 3d printer
  • 3d printing
  • murder
  • love
  • spiritualism
  • european
  • supernatural power
  • spirit
  • ghost
+11 more
  • twist
  • gore
  • devil
  • haunting
  • evil
  • suicide
  • revenge
  • violence
  • blood
  • decapitation
  • demon
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Cast & crew

Inner Ghosts Cast & Characters

Celia Williams leads the cast as Helen, with Iris Cayatte as Rachel and Amanda Booth as Moira.

Also Starring in Inner Ghosts

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Ratings

Inner Ghosts Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 52/100, strongest in story & flow (58) and weakest in rewatch factor (40).

52 /100

Inner Ghosts Echo Score Breakdown

The film delivers a divided viewing experience, where isolated strengths are eclipsed by consistent shortcomings. Its visual style garners occasional praise for atmospheric cinematography, yet repetitive strobe sequences and low-budget production detract from the overall craft. Performances fluctuate between compelling moments and unconvincing delivery, while the narrative offers an inventive premise hampered by sluggish pacing and a confusing climax. Consequently, the movie appeals only to a niche audience and struggles to sustain broader rewatch interest.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 55

    In terms of art and craft, the cinematography receives occasional commendation for its atmospheric quality, yet the overall production suffers from visibly low-budget elements and distracting strobe-light sequences. Editing choices contribute to a perception of uneven pacing, and the visual design oscillates between effective minimalism and overused gimmicks. This blend results in a mixed assessment of the film's technical execution.

  • Character & Emotion 50

    Regarding character and emotion, performances range from notably strong portrayals to markedly unconvincing deliveries. Some actors are highlighted for nuanced expression, while others are criticized as exaggerated or laughable, diminishing credibility. The relational dynamics occasionally achieve depth, yet frequent overacting disrupts emotional resonance. Overall, character work offers intermittent merit but lacks consistent effectiveness.

  • Story & Flow 58

    The story presents an ambitious and layered concept that intertwines paranormal investigation with speculative science, offering moments of originality. However, pacing issues and convoluted plot developments create a sluggish narrative flow, and the climax introduces confusing twists that undermine coherence. Consequently, the film’s storytelling balances inventive ideas with significant structural weaknesses.

  • Sensory Experience 55

    The sensory experience blends a minimalist score that supports the film’s mood with sporadic sound design, yet the prolonged strobe-light sequences generate visual fatigue and detract from immersion. While atmospheric elements and occasional effective sound cues enhance tension, the overreliance on flashing visuals overshadows the overall auditory-visual harmony.

  • Rewatch Factor 40

    The rewatch factor is limited by the film’s uneven pacing, excessive strobe segments, and inconsistent character engagement, which reduce its appeal on subsequent viewings. Though a minority of viewers appreciate the slow‑burn atmosphere and thematic ambition, the overall experience lacks the freshness required for strong repeat enjoyment.

Box office

Inner Ghosts Box Office

Inner Ghosts grossed $522 worldwide.

2019 box office

Worldwide gross

$522

International
$522
Details

Inner Ghosts Also Known As

5 alternative titles, including “Ma Quái” and “Inner Ghosts – Fantasmas Interiores”.

Also known as
  • Ma Quái
  • Inner Ghosts – Fantasmas Interiores
  • Inner Ghosts: Fantasmas Interiores
  • 心魔炼狱
  • 엑소시즘: 귀신과의 대화

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FAQ

Inner Ghosts FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, cast, box office and post-credit scenes of Inner Ghosts, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Inner Ghosts?

Inner Ghosts runs 1 hour 29 minutes (89 minutes).

When was Inner Ghosts released?

Inner Ghosts was released on January 11, 2019.

Who is in the cast of Inner Ghosts?

Inner Ghosts stars Celia Williams as Helen, Iris Cayatte as Rachel and Amanda Booth as Moira, among 9 credited actors.

How much did Inner Ghosts make at the box office?

Inner Ghosts grossed $522 worldwide.

Does Inner Ghosts have a post-credit scene?

No. Inner Ghosts has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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