GHOSTBUSTERS (1984) IS AN ABSOLUTE BLAST!! MOVIE REACTION!! Bill Murray | Dan Aykroyd
Ghostbusters (1984) Reaction and Deep Dive on Practical Effects
Revisit the foundational comedy-horror classic to rediscover the brilliant ensemble chemistry and groundbreaking practical filmmaking that defines its enduring cultural impact.
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- The hosts rekindle their original joy for the franchise by dissecting the 1984 film without modern fandom baggage.
- The reaction heavily praises the unique blend of genres, noting the film’s effective scares alongside its humor.
- Technical appreciation is high for the diverse practical effects, stop-motion animation, and single-take choreography used.
- The chemistry between the core cast, particularly Bill Murray’s deadpan improvisation, is cited as crucial to the film’s success.
This document captures John Humphrey and Tara Erickson’s reaction and subsequent breakdown of Ivan Reitman’s Ghostbusters (1984). Readers will gain insight into which cinematic techniques still hold up today, particularly the highly praised use of physical effects, and analysis of the iconic performances that established the franchise legacy.
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Top Comments (10)
The funniest part of this whole movie is that the key master keeps getting locked out of his room
Follow up: I was lucky enough to meet William Atherton (Walter Peck) several years ago at a convention. Of course growing up obsessed with this movie I was a little nervous to meet him. He ended up being one of the nicest people I have ever met. I had him sign "Now it's my turn, wise ass" on my proton pack. At one point I was standing around and someone was talking to me and i looked over and it was him. He just came up and started a full blown conversation with me and i just stood there with my mouth hanging open. At the end of the night when the convention was closing down he went to all the Ghostbusters displays in character going "shut this off! Shut these all off!" The fans went nuts. Genuinely one of the greatest celebrity encounters ever.
"Human sacrifice. Dogs and cats living together. Mass hysteria!"
“Dropping off or picking up?” Is one the most underrated lines ever!
Movies with practical effects are 1000% more satisfying
Fun Fact: Most of Rick Moranis' lines were improvised and the party scene was nearly 100% improvised.
RIP Harold Ramis
Fun little nugget if you want to know what 40 years does to a place, this library is the one John Wick is hiding his Ticket stash at in JW3
Ghostbusters 2 (1989) Movie Reaction: https://youtu.be/lY2bNm-6xaU Fire up your Proton Pack & Bust that *LIKE & SUBSCRIBE* Button 👉 https://www.youtube.com/user/TheReelRejects?sub_confirmation=1 - Go to https://www.HelloFresh.com/REJECTS10FM now to Get 10 Free Meals + a Free Item per box for Life with active subscription! - Full Reaction *Watch Along & MORE* For *Royal* Rejects: https://www.patreon.com/thereelrejects - Grab The New *TARAfier Tee & Halloween Sweater:* https://www.rejectnationshop.com/
I love how the KEYMASTER is always locked out of his apartment.
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Top Comments (10)
The funniest part of this whole movie is that the key master keeps getting locked out of his room
Follow up: I was lucky enough to meet William Atherton (Walter Peck) several years ago at a convention. Of course growing up obsessed with this movie I was a little nervous to meet him. He ended up being one of the nicest people I have ever met. I had him sign "Now it's my turn, wise ass" on my proton pack. At one point I was standing around and someone was talking to me and i looked over and it was him. He just came up and started a full blown conversation with me and i just stood there with my mouth hanging open. At the end of the night when the convention was closing down he went to all the Ghostbusters displays in character going "shut this off! Shut these all off!" The fans went nuts. Genuinely one of the greatest celebrity encounters ever.
"Human sacrifice. Dogs and cats living together. Mass hysteria!"
“Dropping off or picking up?” Is one the most underrated lines ever!
Movies with practical effects are 1000% more satisfying
Fun Fact: Most of Rick Moranis' lines were improvised and the party scene was nearly 100% improvised.
RIP Harold Ramis
Fun little nugget if you want to know what 40 years does to a place, this library is the one John Wick is hiding his Ticket stash at in JW3
Ghostbusters 2 (1989) Movie Reaction: https://youtu.be/lY2bNm-6xaU Fire up your Proton Pack & Bust that *LIKE & SUBSCRIBE* Button 👉 https://www.youtube.com/user/TheReelRejects?sub_confirmation=1 - Go to https://www.HelloFresh.com/REJECTS10FM now to Get 10 Free Meals + a Free Item per box for Life with active subscription! - Full Reaction *Watch Along & MORE* For *Royal* Rejects: https://www.patreon.com/thereelrejects - Grab The New *TARAfier Tee & Halloween Sweater:* https://www.rejectnationshop.com/
I love how the KEYMASTER is always locked out of his apartment.