Computer Ghosts

The film's premise centers on a security company that fabricates ghostly apparitions using computer effects to scare off bidders and acquire abandoned properties cheaply. This concept taps into late 1980s fascination with emerging computer technology and supernatural themes. The narrative takes a twist when a mysterious couple appears, challenging the company’s scheme and adding a layer of intrigue.

Director Marcus Cole, who worked primarily in television, brought a lighthearted tone that blends supernatural elements with corporate satire. The movie's cast features Peter Whitford, a seasoned character actor often seen in Australian TV dramas, and Emily Symons, who would later gain wider recognition in soap operas like "Home and Away." Robbie McGregor and Noel Ferrier also contribute to the film’s mix of comedy and fantasy.

Computer Ghosts was produced during an era when Australian TV movies often explored quirky, original concepts within limited budgets. Its use of computer-generated effects for ghostly illusions reflects the period’s evolving special effects technologies, even if modest by today’s standards. The film’s fantasy-comedy genre and inventive plot have made it a curious artifact for collectors interested in Australian television history.

For physical media collectors, Computer Ghosts is known primarily through its VHS release. This format remains the main way to access the film, as it did not receive widespread distribution on later formats like DVD or Blu-ray. The VHS release situates it within the 1980s home video boom, a significant period for the dissemination of TV movies outside their initial broadcasts.