A cinematic genre characterized by the prominent inclusion of spirits or ghosts as a primary focus of the storyline. Often intertwined with elements of horror, these films typically involve encounters between the living and the dead, frequently featuring suspenseful, frightening, or slasher sequences. Although the category is primarily associated with the horror genre, it can also encompass other genres such as comedy, drama, romance, and sci-fi. The narrative can vary from terrifying tales of haunted houses to ghostly apparitions seeking vengeance or closure.