Ghost Machine (2009)

23% of users liked it
(367 ratings)

A group of tech-savvy thrill seekers get a deadly surprise when they steal a highly advanced combat simulator and test their skills inside a derelict prison once used to house suspected terrorists. When an unidentified player hacks into their A.I. software, a simple night of fun becomes a bloody… More A group of tech-savvy thrill seekers get a deadly surprise when they steal a highly advanced combat simulator and test their skills inside a derelict prison once used to house suspected terrorists. When an unidentified player hacks into their A.I. software, a simple night of fun becomes a bloody battle for survival. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

Rating, Runtime: R, 1 hr. 32 min.
Directed By: Chris Hartwill
Written By: Smyth M, Sven Hughes
Genres: Horror, Mystery & Suspense, Science Fiction & Fantasy

On DVD: Dec 22, 2009

Critic Reviews

James Luxford, The National
A clever idea given the current popularity of warfare video games, but poorly executed by all involved.
Paul Chambers, CNNRadio
Surprisingly good entry for its genre. Low-budget suspense and horror thrills. Paul Chambers, CNN.

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Dean !

A decent low budget indie flick made in Northern Ireland. It has some well known faces like Rachael Taylor (Transformers) and a great location, an old disused prison which genuinely looks creepy. The film has a nice idea, a virtual reality battle simulation used by the army is… More
A decent low budget indie flick made in Northern Ireland. It has some well known faces like Rachael Taylor (Transformers) and a great location, an old disused prison which genuinely looks creepy. The film has a nice idea, a virtual reality battle simulation used by the army is borrowed for a gaming session. The only problem that as well as mapping the old prison to play in the game it also picks up a ghost with revenge in mind. Considering the budget the effects are ok. It reminded me a bit of Stay alive and more recently Gamer. Overall a good effort on a low budget, the DVD has a 30 minute making of as well!
Brian D

Not as bad has the title given for this movie.A slow build up to a reasonable middle to a good ending, nothing special but its doesn't make you feel that you wasted your time. Acting is above avenge with a couple of faces iv seen before. The deaths are pretty boring and could of… More
Not as bad has the title given for this movie.A slow build up to a reasonable middle to a good ending, nothing special but its doesn't make you feel that you wasted your time. Acting is above avenge with a couple of faces iv seen before. The deaths are pretty boring and could of been gorier but over haul apart from the shittiest titles its a o.k. horror flick.
Dead A

That was something. Honestly, I wouldn't watch this sorta movie at night.