The Ghoul
A homicide detective goes undercover as a patient to investigate a psychotherapist he believes is linked to a strange double murder. As his therapy sessions continue the line between fantasy and reality begins to blur.
Release Year
2017
Runtime
81 min
Audience Score
6.0
Genres
Drama, Thriller
Story Snapshot
A homicide detective goes undercover as a patient to investigate a psychotherapist he believes is linked to a strange double murder. As his therapy sessions continue the line between fantasy and reality begins to blur.
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The Ghoul is a dark pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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