GHOST

CAPSULE REVIEW –– This is one of those movies I loved when it was originally released and now cringe when I think about the utter hokeyness of it all. That's not to say it isn't endearing, romantic, scary and occasionally hysterically funny (thanks to Whoopi), but it is one of those films that more than stretches the idea of believability. What keeps it from being horribly silly is a well-written, intelligent script that is alternately creepy and amusing. Swayze and Moore were at the peaks of their careers (oh, where have they gone) and are wonderfully sweet and sexy together. Your heart truly breaks when he dies and you wish that they could be back together, especially since Moore has nothing much to do after the murder than appear mopey. Whoopi steals the show as the pseudo-psychic who helps Swayze avenge his death. She may not have deserved the Oscar, but it's definitely her best comedic performance. She and Swayze actually have great chemistry as well. Tony Goldwyn is such a weasel, he's the perfect villain. The special effects are also quite well-done, which makes this a better picture than it could have been. The ending is way over-the-top and the reason for Swayze's murder is so ridiculous it's shocking, but otherwise, if you're looking for a romantic thriller, GHOST is a flick that will satisfy both criteria.