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Ghost Cat is a family-friendly supernatural movie that premiered in 2004. The film stars Michael Ontkean, Elliot Page, and Lori Hallier in leading roles. The director Don McBrearty has kept the movie light and engaging which makes it perfect for entertaining both adults and children alike. The movie is set in a quaint and picturesque town of Rosewood, where an old mansion, once a residence of a wealthy family, is now abandoned and rumored to be haunted. The protagonist, young Christy, played by the then 17-year-old actress, Elliot Page, moves into town with her father, played by Michael Ontkean, and their pet cat, named Cleo. Christy, who has had to deal with recent trauma and loss, is trying to heal and make a new beginning.

The father-daughter duo settles into their new home, and Christy starts exploring the town. She comes across the abandoned mansion and becomes intrigued by it. According to the locals, the mansion has been unoccupied for many years and is always draped in a thick veil of fog. The mansion's spooky nature does not deter Christy, and she decides to investigate it.

While exploring the mansion, Christy finds a locket that belonged to the previous occupants. The locket has a picture of a young girl, who, Christy learns later, was the daughter of the wealthy family that lived there many years ago. Upon discovering the locket, Christy starts having vivid dreams and experiences that seem to connect her in some way with the previous occupants of the mansion.

Interestingly, Christy discovers that her cat, Cleo, has also become haunted by something in the mansion. Cleo's behavior changes drastically, and she becomes completely unnerved at the presence of something.

Soon after, Christy starts seeing the ghost of the young girl, who she recognizes from the picture on the locket. Her father thinks that she is hallucinating and dismisses her claims. However, Cleo's strange behavior and sightings of the ghostly apparition confirm that something indeed is not right.

As the plot thickens, the story’s twists and turns keep the viewers hooked. Christy, with help from her friends, starts trying to decipher the haunting's mystery, dealing with her own emotions and her cat's anxiety in the process.

Christy's investigation uncovers some dark secrets hidden behind the mansion's walls. She discovers that the young girl in the locket was in love with a boy from a poor family, a relationship opposed by the young girl's father. The boy was later accused of theft and banished from the town. The young girl was devastated upon the loss of her love and became bedridden, eventually dying from the fever.

The young girl's ghost has been haunting the mansion for years, searching for her true love. The ghostly apparition is not malevolent, and Christy's efforts help in laying the ghost to rest.

One of the main strengths of this movie is the characters' portrayal, particularly that of Elliot Page. Her performance as a teenager dealing with loss and trauma is relatable and heartwarming. The character of the cat, Cleo, also adds a unique dimension to the movie, and the viewer finds themselves invested in the animal's well-being.

The movie has a strong balance of humor and spookiness, making it ideal for family viewing. The storyline keeps the audience engaged and curious, and the haunting is not too frightening to ensure it's enjoyable for all age groups. The cinematography techniques used, such as the fog machines, the dimly lit mansion, and the clever use of lights and shadows, create an atmosphere of mystery and intrigue.

In summary, Ghost Cat is a delightful movie that provides a perfect blend of horror, humor, and heart. It is an ideal family movie that is enjoyable for all age groups. The movie's themes of dealing with loss and investigating mysterious circumstances are relevant to all ages, and the strong cast performances make this movie a must-watch.

Ghost Cat is a 2003 thriller with a runtime of 1 hour and 30 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 5.5.