The funniest "horror" movie I've seen.

Rating: 9/10 (12 August 1999)

I remember seeing "Ghostbusters" in the theaters back in 1984, and I've occasionally watched it over the years on video. It was getting the DVD version that made me realize without a doubt, that this is one of the most clever movies of the '80's.
For a comedy/horror film, this really succeeds. The most standout feature of the movie are the actors. Bill Murray, Harold Ramis and Dan Ackroyd play so well off of each other, and the fun supporting cast only strengthens them. The special effects are really good, resulting in something that's not quite scary or creepy, but definitely in the "weird" category.
The movie is lighthearted, fun, never takes itself too seriously, but never dips into the "cheesy" factor. The one-liners are some of the funniest and most memorable put into a film.
"Ghostbusters" excels as a "fun" movie. From the still-catchy theme song, wild inventions, and a crew of ghost-hunters that are intent in saving New York, yet seem like they're not always exactly sure what they're doing (a far cry from the standard action hero), add up for a classic '80's movie. Definitely, a film to watch, and the DVD version is a "must-have".