Ghosts and the Afterlife (2022) User Reviews

Important Subject but project poorly produced

[willfant · 5/10 · 27 September 2023]

As important as this topic is and the guests who appeared did their best, the film loses momentum fast.

Imagine you walk into a convention where you're excited for not only the topic but for the expert presenters who are going to appear and speak on something they've studied, researched and or directly experienced. And just as things get started, overwhelmingly loud, bad and distracting music begins playing in and starts to over pace the sound of the guest speaker, while large projectors of b-roll and graphics begin to appear in the background.

Then a host appears every 2 minutes on stage with a dialogue that inserts itself as a secondary commentary and narration for filler between acts. Except it appears the host themselves is the main act.

The actual speakers or guests are given some time, but not nearly enough. Still, you hope to see more of them but instead are being forcibly "entertained" by the flashing lights, off paced music and very off - putting b roll that is projected from every screen.

Sorry, but this production had cheesy and awfully redundant prod-values, as well, it had a knock off vibe of the "The Secret", except it doesn't even come close.

I'm sure they put a lot of hard work into this but I can't help but think this was a vanity project of some sort and no restraint was shown. It's like they stored up content graphics for years and then used every element of it at every turn. It feels disjointed and chaotic and not entertaining though I did enjoy James Van Prague who offers a brief reprieve to an otherwise fragmented and disjointed production.

Excellent documentary, will be watching it again

[admin-60427 · 10/10 · 23 March 2023]

Very informative and education documentary that is factual and concise. I learned a lot from watching it about there being a very strong possibility that there is no death and that life goes on after death.

The documentary gave me a lot of comfort and opened my eyes to the fact that we have so much to learn and so little to fear when it comes to the taboo subject of death. I think this documentary should be shown at schools for the older students to learn from. Humanity can only progress once we have conquered our fears and embraced the truth. This documentary encompasses the truth and it is presented in a subtle and cohere manner everyone can enjoy and understand.

I love a good ghost story...

[coressler · 1/10 · 11 November 2023]

...this movie seems to have plenty, but I couldn't make it more than 20 minutes. Tried to tolerate the host, the bad audio, and even worse editing choices but it never got better. The host's wide eyed facial expressions and overly enthusiastic tone of voice come off kind of cartoonish creating a strange feeling of dissonance between her and the topics being discussed. Sound effects and background music frequently over power the volume of the people recounting their stories. The editing choices and quality are just... bad. It's poorly made which is a shame because the idea is there, it's just hard to watch. With how all over the place it is - makes me wonder if the intention was to hold the attention of a younger audience?

Brilliant!

[delphinecopeland · 10/10 · 12 March 2023]

I loved this documentary! Informative, interesting, amazing! For anyone interested in the concept of an afterlife, I would implore you to watch. It's totally brilliant from start to finish. The documentary is well produced and full of interesting facts, clips and interviews. I literally could not tear my eyes away from it!

For anyone who cares to research, there is a massive body of evidence out there to support the continuation of consciousness after the death of the physical body. I feel that this wonderful documentary contributes and adds an extra layer to such evidence.

An absolute 'must watch!'

Terrible production quality - interesting information

[maryshannon-18223 · 1/10 · 2 February 2023]

This is so poorly produced that I had to check the date to make sure it wasn't from the 80s. Interesting information, but the strangest choices on wardrobe, casting, interview locations, graphics, editing, music etc. Stock footage selects that don't work. Animated number countdowns that eat up a bunch of time for no reason. Audio quality is all over the place and on and on.

I think this deserves a remake - credible sources are overshadowed by strange production choices. The show host in front of a green screen with animations going on in the background with a visible green light cast around her - wearing a strange red dress and barefoot.

Its so odd... and such a shame.

Great movie!

[bermanshelly · 10/10 · 13 September 2023]

This is the first review I have ever written; so, I hope it doesn't sound too goofy.

This documentary has really opened my mind to an entire new world of possibilities and discovery.

The movie covers not only the scientific studies that support the existence of the afterlife but also the historical and very credible personal experiences of several interviewees and medical doctors.

I would say that anyone interested in delving into the probabilities of life after death that they should definitely watch this film.

I had no idea that 90 percent of what I learned from watching this film even existed. I think anyone with an ounce of curiosity would truly enjoy and learn from this film.

Worst production ever

[teaching-18781 · 1/10 · 31 January 2023]

So disappointed in every aspect, great idea, interesting people but the worst music, imagery, made it so cheesy. No editors over 7. I really had high hopes for the documentary. I seriously have never seen such a poor compilation of information. I fear it will further the inability of great, research-based stories, data, and helpful information by experts. You just disrespected every single contributor to this project! The host made a few major grammatical errors, hung instead of hanged, and the hole just kept getting deeper and wider of the void of good, credible and thoughtful movie making. Just poor, so poor.

INTERESTING DOCUMENTRY

[ajiboyeabdul-81747 · 10/10 · 3 October 2023]

Ghost and Afterlife, is a captivating exploration of the first truly scientific investigation, of supernatural realm, seamlessly blending elements of mystery and drama.

The exceptional performances, especially by the lead actress, bring depth to the characters. The visual effects are top-notch, While the plot occasionally dips into familiar territory, the film's fresh perspective on the afterlife keeps it intriguing.

Overall, "Ghost and Afterlife Film" offers a thought-provoking and emotionally cinematic experience that lingers long after the credits roll.

I will highly recommend this video.

Nothing scientific about this show.

[RickLWright · 1/10 · 4 November 2023]

Just people telling ghost stories. The narrator is cute but far too perky for the subject matter and her vocal fry is off the charts. Hard to listen to. The show uses stories of ancient philosophers as if they were fact. There are a few nearth death out of body experience stories. Ghost hunters jumping at every noise. Waste of time. They use mediums as if that's science. They use as an example of proof of ghosts cell phones and oxygen. You cant see oxygen but it exists, therefore ghosts exist. That's not science. Feelings ate not science. Also there is a ton of wasteful filler shots just to pad the show.

My Thumbs are up and I rate it 8 stars.

[margaretadams-55871 · 8/10 · 16 September 2023]

This is the second review I have ever posted. Although I may not be a Siskel or an Ebert, I do know a lot about this subject matter.

The interviews are fantastic. James Van Praagh, without question, does the best interview I have ever seen him do and, as I am an ardent fan of "Ghost Whisperer" and James in general, I know what I am talking about.

Raymond Moody does a great job as well.

There was a whole list of fascinating topics and new discoveries. The list of experts, unlike any movie I have ever seen on the subject, in addition to Dr. Moody and James Van Praagh, the movie included Dr. Vernon Sylvest, Dr. Kenneth Rose, Dr. Jeffrey Rediger, Dr. Norm Shealy, and Captain Frederick "Skip" Atwater. Captain Atwater was the operations officer in charge of the top-secret military StarGate program.

There is a lot more, but I just got through watching it for the first time.

The NASA experiments, the experiments creating invisibility, and the top-secret research done on consciousness detached from the physical body were all fascinating.

It'd be laughable if it weren't so insulting

[bowoman · 1/10 · 28 November 2023]

It's horrifying -- and not in the way you were hoping for. Most prominent are the terrible production values coupled with a goofy narrator who has sadly mistaken the serious -- and, poignant -- topic as an audition for Maybelline mascara.

It's devoid of anything that vaguely resembles scientific research and looks more like an episode of Clutch Cargo. What a waste of time.

As another reviewer pointed out, this travesty sets the topic back decades. Even the few snippets of halfway interesting footage can't redeem Ghosts and the Afterlife. There's not enough lipstick in the world to pretty up this pig.

Loved this film

[proofoflifemarket · 10/10 · 20 March 2023]

So informative, loved the clips, loved the info presented by actual doctors, mediums and even famous actors. Very informative and enjoyed very much. James Van Praagh is a wonderful throwback along with Raymond Moody. The host is a sweet and lovely girl with many delightful wardrobe changes. My husband and I enjoyed a nice evening with done snacks, drinks by the fireplace watching this film and made it a nice, quiet date night! Was just the right amount of l time length. Including some interesting videos of actual spirit communication and contact and it made it very interesting to hear from doctors in the field giving more confirmation. I already know from past experiences that the afterlife is real, it's really nice to hear from professionals in the field confirming it though!

The biggest disservice to the field in years

[anders-915-6958 · 1/10 · 16 September 2023]

I rented this movie on Vimeo after hearing the producer Steve Sayre being interviewed by Kirsty Salisbury on her podcast Let's Talk Near Death.

I am the kind of person who firmly believes in an afterlife. I read books, listen to podcasts, watch documentaries and so on for hours each week and has done so since 2017.

Let me just say this: I feel bad for the people telling their, probably true, stories in this movie. I can't believe that high profile people like James Van Praagh and Dr. Raymond Moody lended their credit to this film by appearing in it.

This film makes the whole field, all the research and science being put into it, look like a bad joke.

It includes low resolution green screen backdrops of "fabulous locations" behind people being interviewed, 1990s like animated sequences illustrating out of body experiences and spooky, scary, haunting sound effects to take away any sense of the production being serious.

I couldn't believe my eyes when the narrator, Kelsey Bohlen, first came on screen in a tight, short dress addressing the topic of the afterlife with a never ending fake Hollywood smile. I'm sure she's a nice person but her appearance and demeanor are so out of place in a production like this. It looks like she's hosting the latest season of Bachelorette or Temptation Island.

The film uses the absolute worst kind of cheesy stock footage to illustrate the stories being told, resulting in me as a viewer totally losing focus on the story and just shaking my head in utter disbelief of why any producer would ever make this choice instead of just pointing the camera at the person telling their story.

To top it all off, if you've seen any other documentaries about the subject of the afterlife, this film doesn't bring anything new to the table.

It makes everything about the afterlife look fake and it is a great disservice to anyone who does serious work trying to prove the existence of life after death.

Watch at your own peril.

Really Liked this movie

[marshawashington-64701 · 9/10 · 15 September 2023]

I really liked this movie, but a few of the scenes really scared me. Maybe I'm too sensitive. Whatever, I liked it. A lot of interesting stuff and a lot of new things I never thought or heard of. I hope there is some kind of sequel.

Everything I saw looked realy interesting from the beginning to the end of the movie. I liked the little girl narrating it too. The WW2 soldier was really good as well. All in all, I think this is a very good movie, so I gave it a 9. The part on invisibility, the NASA stuff, the secret experiments done by the government, the after-death experiences, were all really interesting. I don't know what else to say.

Thanks for reading this.

Abysmal production

[[e-mail] · 2/10 · 17 October 2023]

While the subject matter and individuals interviewed are compelling, the editing, effects, and overall production value of this documentary are so unbelievably bad that it makes your average Youtube vlog look like Citizen Kane. Any credibility afforded by its subjects' doctoral credentials is immediately discarded by this shoddy, sloppy, poorly-made, sad excuse for a film.

Topics like NDEs, quantum mechanics, psychic phenomena, and the cultural history of ghosts will continue to be the subject of ridicule if movies like this are the only sources discussing them. Hopefully a competent team of filmmakers will tackle these ideas in something worth watching but until then please avoid this trash.

Good movie

[chrismichaels-95444 · 8/10 · 16 September 2023]

Really liked it. A lot of good information. I didn't like the girl's dress speaking as a fashion designer, I think it could have been a bit longer and a different color. Also, she changed her clothes so often, it made my head spin. And, maybe, it would have been a good idea to have a man narrate the film to give it more authority. Just saying that's my opinion. Of course, there was a large number of male contributors in the expert category. Also, in some scenes she wasn't even wearing shoes, which i guess is OK. Bottom line, i really liked the movie, so in the long run, I wold recommend it with 8 stars.

-Mike.

What a load of crap

[moakin2005 · 1/10 · 27 September 2023]

Conjecture, speculation, lies and heresay. New Age hogwash designed to distract us from the real source of truth, God's Word found in the Holy Bible.

Ghosts "And as it is appointed onto men wants to die, but after this the judgment" Hebrews 9:27 New Age "For a time is coming when people will no longer listen to sound and wholesome teaching. They will follow their own desires and will look for teachers who will tell them whatever they're itching ears want to hear they will reject the truth and chase after myths. 2 Timothy 4: 3-4 United Metaphysical Church "They will act religious, but they will reject the power that could make them godly. Stay away from people like that" 2 Tim 3:5.

Liked it a lot

[georgemchenry · 9/10 · 15 September 2023]

I thoroughly enjoyed this film! It introduced a multitude of intriguing ideas I had never considered before and presented a wealth of information that was entirely new to me.

I gave it a 9 because nothing is perfect--not even me!

I find it somewhat surprising that some individuals have expressed dissatisfaction with aspects such as the hostess' attire, her not wearing shoes or the film's set design. Personally, I found the set design to be extraordinary, and the attire of the hostess, who changed her wardrobe frequently throughout the movie, seemed perfectly suitable.

The film presented a plethora of captivating facts. It delved into various subjects, including the origins of consciousness, an exploration of invisibility, NASA experiments, etc.

For anyone with an interest in the subject matter of the afterlife, I highly recommend watching this film!

Could not finish it and I finish everything!

[sotos38 · 1/10 · 10 December 2023]

I do not understand the viewers who gave this film 9 or 10 stars, like have they ever seen anything on afterlife? Maybe because as a Wiccan I am a firm believer in life after death and all matter being energy I might have had too high expectations, but I was not able to to finish the entire movie due to many factors. One of them being the major cringe factor caused by the main host's completely inappropriate demeanor and overly bright smile that almost felt creepy considering the subject and would have been better suited to host a game show or kids program. The background music was too loud and the graphics so bad I had to check the production year as I got major "Unsolved Mysteries" vibes. Not one of the video clips were new and anyone that has an interest in the supernatural has seen them all.

I can't judge whether or not it is a waste of your time or worth watching as it depends on how much you value your time. There are however many much more professional documentaries out there.

It's a real shame though because the idea and theory is very interesting and plausible and should be pursued further, but hopefully processed and produced better.

An Amazing Compilation of Valauble Information

[mikeailes · 10/10 · 1 February 2023]

I just saw this film today. If you are looking for a film that follows men walking around in the dark with thermometers looking for ghosts; then, this would not be for you. However, if you are looking for a movie with genuine and relevant story lines replete with scientific data to back it up; then, this is exactly what you would be looking for.

The movie combines historical events and science with beautifully presented data based on scientific studies that prove the existence of consciousness beyond the physical body and how this experience can be explained from an empirical perspective.

While the discussions related to physics and various research studies may be too intellectual for some to understand, there is plenty of information presented that anyone can understand.

The experts in this film were the cream of the crop when it comes to paranormal and after death experiences. I truly enjoyed the film and I would recommend watching it more than once as it has a great deal of esoteric information that takes time to assimilate.

New Age Babble

[vlevensonnd-87248 · 1/10 · 27 February 2024]

I went into watching this with an open mind and having no idea as to who wrote or produced this, and no idea of the type of 'experts' they we're using. (I should have checked this information beforehand.) They have the 'Medium' James Van Praagh, who has long, loooong since been listed as among the fraudsters that uses basic, dime-store 'fishing tactics', as well as it being said that he has been caught in petty lies on numerous occasions. You have so-called 'witnesses' being interviewed where it appears that they are acting, and very poorly I might add. You have these 'ordained Pastors', where its been said that you can get your certificates online for free, or for a fee if you want the more authentic looking ones on better paper, for these kind of churches. You have the elderly 'Pastor' who is sitting there with his stole around the neck that is only to be used during services on the altar. Someone must not have sent him the memo as to how to dress to appear authentic and believable. Mind you, these are not my words, and I have not been among those who have done all the investigations, interviews, and observances - I've only been reading the reports and results of the info for decades. They wanted to make it appear to be very scientific and authentic, but this will only appeal to those who don't have greater knowledge.

Congratulations on a fantastic film!

[photographybycristal · 10/10 · 26 December 2022]

I love it! I rate it 10 stars! It is my JOY to be here! It is scary at times! I love all the interviews! The girl commentator is beautiful!

It is fascinating to know there is so much scientific proof of LIFE after life! We live in strange and uncertain times. We all want to know if there is more to life! I have watched it three times now and I pre-ordered the DVD version so that I can keep it in my collection. It is both a learning and a spiritual experience! There is so much stuff in this film that I never thought of before! This is a must-see film for anyone interested in ghosts and the afterlife!

Terrific!

[eddiethemandude · 10/10 · 1 February 2023]

If you want a terrific and informative documentary on the subject of the afterlife, this would be a good film to watch.

It covers the subject of ghosts as the ghosts are part of the afterlife conundrum, but mostly focuses on historical and scientific data related to the afterlife and how exactly such a phenomenon can possibly exist.

The movie's production values and the on-camera narrator (Kelsey) are all excellent.

Some of the most fascinating topics covered were: (1) a test of a loss of consciousness via a NASA Centrifuge to prove the continuation of consciousness even after all the blood was drained from the pilots' brains (2) the projection of consciousness over thousands of miles in a research project executed by the U. S. government in the once top-secrete Stargate program; (3) The scientific creation of invisibility; (4) the capture of a 3D spectral manifestation on video; (5) the discussion of the String theory versus quantum theory and how the two might interact with alternate dimensions and; (6) the fact that all the experts interviewed are either PhDs or medical doctors speaking from their experiences and research and who are recognized as the foremost experts in the area of afterlife research.

I also loved Jay Thomas' segments. He is such a great artist. There was also an entertaining segment where they gathered the general public's positions on the subject matter of ghosts. All and all, a terrific and informative documentary!

Thank you, Hollywood Picture Studios!!!

Loved it!

[juliemichaels-30668 · 10/10 · 17 June 2023]

I loved this movie. I don't know what else to say other than it had so many interesting research studies and so many interesting presentations of fact that I will need to see it a few more times to completely understand all of it.

Also, it discussed very logical concepts related to areas that most people have never thought of before--I certainly hadn't.

These discussions really made me think about what we so often take for granted in our lives and we don't even think about what they represent or how they connect to evidence of what we believe. What we believe is not always rationale and, for that reason, what we assume to be not true--actually is true. I learned a lot watching this film.

The film was extremely informative and very entertaining!

Great Film!!!

[misssusananderson · 10/10 · 3 February 2023]

I loved this film!!! So many different ideas I never thought of and so much information I have never seen or heard of before.

I am surprised that some people are upset about the hostess' dress or the film's set. The set was amazing and the girl's dress was just fine (all six of them--she changed her wardrobe a lot). She's a pretty girl.

There were so many fascinating facts presented in this movie.

The discussion on the origins of consciousness, the NASA Centrifuge experiment, the historical presentations, the Stargate program, the invisibility segment, and so many other things.

If you have interest in the subject matter, you should definitely see this film!