Ghostbusters **** (out of 5) (1984)

Cast: Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Sigourney Weaver, Harold Ramis, Rick Moranis

Directed by Ivan Reitman

 

Three unconventional scientists get kicked out of their positions at a university and decide to use their studies to start a business of their own, Ghostbusters, to take care of apparitions haunting New York City. There seems to be a boom in the amount of spirits inhabiting the city, and soon the Ghostbusters find themselves the only hope of saving humanity from the clutches of a powerful god.

Quite frankly, this is one of the funniest and most thoroughly enjoyable films I've ever seen. Bill Murray has never been better, Reitman's directing is astonishingly right on, the supporting cast is memorable, and the special effects are outstanding. While everyone will remember Ray Parker Jr.'s catchy hit theme song, it's Elmer Bernstein's brilliant score that helps set the zany mood in almost every scene. Everything is handled deftly, even throwing in a couple of moments of seriousness and awe that never detracts from the hilarity. Fun, witty, well-written, and memorable entertainment that's worthwhile viewing time and time again.

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