In honor of the supernatural romance turning 30, director Jerry Zucker explains how they possessed the Oscar-winner.
This edition ofThe ShotexaminesGhosttaking possession of Whoopi Goldberg.
UponGhost’s release in 1990, the rest of Hollywood had reason to be scared.
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But there was plenty of skepticism prior to production.
His arrival opens the floodgates in the above image, prompting another spirit soon to possess Oda Mae.
It’s memorable because of her expression and her energy.
Even though the scene was humorous in ways, she still played the fear.
Whoopi [being] able to play that so believably just made the whole film work.
And like Oda Mae did for Sam, Whoopi did for Oda Mae.
“The character really was her creation,” declares Zucker.
“Whoopi made it come to life.”
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