GHOSTBUSTERS

At first, I was surprised Ghostbusters was on the list because I never considered it a "horror" movie. But, I'm glad it was and I think it deserves its coveted spot in the RIG or WIG. (Watching in Genre).

Like Poltergeist, this movie had its scary moments, such as the opening scene in the library, or when Dana is floating, however, this is definitely more of a comedy.

The concept was fantastic and fun. Bill Murray steals the show, but the other characters work perfectly as well. The movie seemed plausible and I enjoyed the scientific parts. And just like in many of the Ghost stories we read this semester, scientists and doctors played a large role in many of the books.

The movie mixes a fun plot with great characters, which made it such a success. Most movies seem to have one or the other, but Ghostbusters nailed its plot and characters. What they did was innovate on the "end of days" movies, or night of the living dead type story...(sort of)....modernized it, and made it funny.

As writers, I think that's what we're all trying to do. Put our own twist and innovations on stories that speak to us. 

When the EPA shut down the containment unit, it reminded me of Die Hard, when the FBI shut off Nakotomi Plaza's power....I know Ghostbusters was first, but I love when that stuff happens!

I don't know what I feel about the new version coming out this summer. I'll probably end up renting it, the cast looks funny, but it's going to be tough to beat the original version.

Overall, I have to give Ghostbusters an A. It may not be scary, but it makes you think, it's funny, and most of all an enjoyable experience.