THE BLUES BROTHERS - Full Length Reaction!
Added 2024-10-04 16:00:09 +0000 UTCHere's the full length reaction to The Blues Brothers! This is obviously going to be an unpopular opinion... oh I'm scared to say it lol. I didn't think this movie was all that funny! It might have just been because I was expecting a faster paced comedy that what it was. However, I will say that the music in this is ICONIC!! I can't believe they got so many musical legends to be in the same movie. Enjoy!
Comments
Yeah, I like it for the music. Not that I don't find it funny, but the comedy takes a backseat to everything else. That's okay though. I mean my favorite comedy of all time is Ghostbusters, but I don't find it laugh out loud hilarious or anything, I just very much like the characters and concept.
Kyle
2024-11-16 01:45:10 +0000 UTCYou should feel no shame in not enjoying a film, some people just don't enjoy a movie as well as many others may do. Some movies just aren't made for everyone. Heck even the girls over at Popcorn In Bed didn't like the 1989 Batman which surprised a lot of their fans but it is what it is, that movie just wasn't for them. Either you like it or you don't. And to be honest this movie is more an action musical movie really with some humor, it's not a comedy.
Robert Durant
2024-10-06 10:48:41 +0000 UTCmost people dont realize how awful the city was for pollution before. This shows that so much. That mall was going to be torn down so the stores and the mall let them run thought it was police cars. thats all one take. they couldnt do it over. The Picaso statue is right next to where they have the Kristkindle Market every year from Thanksgiving to Christmas Eve. I go every year. After going though the Deally Center with the car, where it falls apart is right at City Hall. Its across the street from the Plaza. As far as the train, the trains come from every direction and make a loop around the Loop and then head back out to the origin point. Its very easy to get around Chicago tourist areas.
Matthew Maxon
2024-10-06 05:10:46 +0000 UTCPersonally my favorite John Belushi bit was his spot on impersonations of Joe Cocker. He always hilariously looked like he was on the verge of having a stroke while simultaneously nailing the vocals. He even did a duet with Cocker on SNL singing Feelin' Alright that was kind of fantastic. π
Doug
2024-10-06 03:13:52 +0000 UTCWow, It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World is a deep cut! π² That movie cracked me up as a kid on reruns waaaay back in the day, but yeah I guarantee if I watched it today it wouldn't hold up very well.
Doug
2024-10-06 03:00:10 +0000 UTCNice, I haven't seen this one in a long time, I think it holds up well! π It's not a joke-a-minute like Airplane, it's more like a great soundtrack with the dressings of an off-beat comedy underneath. But the music just draws you in and it has enough charm and oddball bits that I really enjoyed the rewatch. Random streams of thought: - As far as the humor goes, I think my favorite scene is the brothers reluctantly confronting the scary nun in the beginning. The boys weren't phased by much this movie, but they were scared of her! π - Wow, a very young Paul Reubens, aka Pee Wee Herman, as the waiter in the fancy restaurant! I looked it up in IMDB and this is one of his first film appearances. Then just a year later he starred in The Pee Wee Herman Show. RIP Mr. Reubens. - Charles Napier, who played the front-man of The Good Ole Boys, was a well regarded character actor. On this channel alone, he's also appeared in both of the first two Austin Powers movies and The Silence of the Lambs.
Doug
2024-10-06 02:51:23 +0000 UTCOh Addie thank you. You have made my weekend π
PHILLIP CORNISH
2024-10-06 00:36:34 +0000 UTCYes, "It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World" is a good example of one of those movies. But I think if that and this movie didn't fully commit to their total outrageousness, they probably wouldn't have been as memorable, either.
Byrd N. Hand
2024-10-05 02:26:38 +0000 UTCI dont need my comedy to make sense, to be funny. The writing in this film was literally average at best. Thankfully the strength of this movie isnt their misadventures, its the quotable lines and the music performances.
Thats MR. Baldamort
2024-10-05 02:12:32 +0000 UTCDespite her saying that about it, I'm now about 90 minutes into her full reaction, and she seems to generally be enjoying it. Either she was being really poker-faced, or the tide turned in the last act... π€·ββοΈ EDIT: I've now finished her reaction, and I'm still not convinced she didn't like it as much as she claimed in her blurb. π€
Byrd N. Hand
2024-10-05 02:11:14 +0000 UTCThe comedy in this movie, of course, stems from the sheer absurdity of the many situations in which the brothers find (and/or lead) themselves. I suppose if you're someone who usually needs your comedy to 'make sense,' then it's not going to hit with you.
Byrd N. Hand
2024-10-05 02:07:21 +0000 UTCI sincerely appreciate a genuine reaction. That's what I'm here for, at least.
Andre Agog
2024-10-05 01:58:34 +0000 UTC"1941" is indeed a mess, but it's at least an amusing mess, IMO. The subplots involving Slim Pickens and John Belushi are particularly memorable. I'll certainly re-watch it over "Hook" any day. π€ I also wonder how different it would've been if co-writer Robert Zemeckis had directed it instead.
Byrd N. Hand
2024-10-05 01:45:05 +0000 UTCI kind of liked 1941. The Community Orchestra I used to play in did a whole John Williams show and the March from 1941 was one of the pieces we played.
SnakeandNape
2024-10-04 23:26:26 +0000 UTCThe movie is totally worth it for all of the classic performers who, let's face it Ackroid and Belushi were honoring with their characters. A couple of bits of trivia: Henry Gibson, who played the leader of the Illinois Nazis, became a household name as a member of the cast of Rowan and Martin's Laugh-In, a popular comedy-variety series that ran on NBC from 1968-1973. It began the careers of Goldie Hawn and Lili Tomlin, among others. Members of the Blues Brothers' band were mostly part of the Saturday Night Live Band in the show's first few years. Donald "Duck" Dunn and Steve Cropper were original members of the house band at STAX Records in the early 60s, which gave the label one of it's early major hits, the instrumental Green Onions. The band henceforth had to have a name to put on the record, so they called themselves Booker T. and the MGs. Other members had also gotten their start at STAX, and spent much of the 60's backing up such singers as Sam & Dave, Isaac Hayes, Otis Redding, Memphis Slim and Howlin' Wolf. Lou Marini, Tom Malone, and Alan Rubin had all played in Blood, Sweat & Tears.
james repka
2024-10-04 22:45:41 +0000 UTCYeah, but I know a lot of people who hated it for what it stood for. I'm pretty sure Addie enjoyed it for the pastel vibe and emotional value it had.
Alex Tan
2024-10-04 19:59:18 +0000 UTCThis movie is a classic.
Matthew Maxon
2024-10-04 19:26:33 +0000 UTCHi, I'm glad you watched this movie, although you saw the theatrical cut, which is about 15 minutes less than the extended cut. I'm a little disappointed that the movie didn't click for you so much, except for the phenomenal music, but I guess it is of its time. Belushi & Ayckroyd were very new much-loved guys from SNL in the '70s, & it was a blast to see them in their own movie. I think this movie is really big with folks from the greater Chicago area, too. Their characters were a weird mixture of dry & outrageous, but there was a very strong "good vs evil" undertone to the story. I especially like the active Presence of God at the orphanage with the Brothers not fitting in there at all, & yet they stay on their mission & come through for the orphanage. Also, the tax clerk was none other than Steven Spielberg in an uncredited role. All the best to you, Addie!
LaserLamb
2024-10-04 19:03:41 +0000 UTCAddie, fun fact this WHOLE movie is based on the "Blue Brothers" first appearing as the opening act for comedian Steve Martin. Martin later appeared on Saturday Night Live as host, and the Blues Brothers appeared as the musical guest. Then this movie was made featuring the same duo. Lets be honest here. Most people who watch this movie dont care about the comedy, they watch it for the music and the quotes. Thats what makes it iconic.
Thats MR. Baldamort
2024-10-04 18:49:52 +0000 UTCYeah, that was a shame.
LaserLamb
2024-10-04 18:45:53 +0000 UTCWell, this was an unexpected but happy surprise for a Friday! π I'm sorry that you didn't enjoy the comedy as much as you may have wanted, but I'm glad that you've been exposed to the *incredible* soundtrack! π²
Phil Stubblefield
2024-10-04 18:45:44 +0000 UTCFYI Barbie is pretty well liked, itβs 88% on Rotten Tomatoes for example. (I havenβt seen it so no opinion personally, just saying itβs objectively popular.)
Doug
2024-10-04 18:28:33 +0000 UTCI recall some examples of Addie enjoying movies that most people thought were bad, The Greatest Showman (2017), Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania (2023), Barbie (2023) and Mean Girls (2024).
Alex Tan
2024-10-04 17:58:27 +0000 UTCYeah, I'm a bit of a Spielberg completest here. I've seen most of his movies but I've yet to have seen Duel (1971), Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977), The Color Purple (1985), Empire of the Sun (1987), War Horse (2011) and Lincoln (2012).
Alex Tan
2024-10-04 17:55:59 +0000 UTC"1941" was Spielberg's first 'flop' after the super success of "Jaws" and "Close Encounters of the Third Kind" but then he recovered with "Raiders of the Lost Ark" and "E.T." He even admits it was a little overstuffed and he overambitious. It's good for some moments and if you're a completist for Spielberg's filmography, but it's certainly not his best work.
HeyHeyJK
2024-10-04 17:44:34 +0000 UTCI respect a reactor that may not like a popular movie or some aspect of a movie, as long as they don't make a habit out of it which you haven't lol. Sometimes a reactor watching a movie more regarded as bad by general audiences that they love makes me think in the back on my mind... did you really like it that much?
Andrew Roach
2024-10-04 17:42:04 +0000 UTCI love it for the old time musicians and for Belushi, but yes, the pacing isn't exactly tight. It reminds me of some of the comedy chase/caper movies of the 1960s that are great fun if you're in the mood, but could easily have been half an hour shorter and not lost anything. I'd still say it's the best SNL movie though.
Jon Anderson
2024-10-04 17:29:31 +0000 UTCI never cared for Blue Brothers. Watched it first as a kid, didn't think it was funny, watched it again as an adult , didn't think it was funny. The music was cool, but I just didn't find the comedy that funny. It also doesn't help that I don't think John Belushi is funny at all in aything he did.
David Crabtree
2024-10-04 16:55:02 +0000 UTCIt baffles me how Nice Dude Movie Night have been the only reactors I can think of who identified Steven Spielberg in his cameo... and no one ever recognizes Frank Oz at the beginning. π€
Byrd N. Hand
2024-10-04 16:54:02 +0000 UTCCab Calloway (whom I was first introduced to via Sesame Street), James Brown, John Lee Hooker, and Charles Napier have also all left us.
Byrd N. Hand
2024-10-04 16:43:42 +0000 UTCRIP also to Paul Reubens, Henry Gibson, Alan "Mr. Fabulous" Rubin, Matt "Guitar" Murphy and Donald "Duck" Dunn.
Alex Tan
2024-10-04 16:24:32 +0000 UTCTOGA! TOGA! TOGA! TOGA! #NationalLampoonsAnimalHouseForAddieCounts
Alex Tan
2024-10-04 16:21:56 +0000 UTCThe movie is indeed very bloated and over-the-top; you go either go with it or you don't, I guess. π€·ββοΈ You may appreciate John Belushi more in his other big role, "National Lampoon's Animal House." Off topic, but have you seen "It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown!" and/or "A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving"? Just thought I'd also put those out there as potential reactions over the next couple of months.
Byrd N. Hand
2024-10-04 16:19:25 +0000 UTCIn case you wanna know who "Babs" is, then I highly recommend National Lampoon's Animal House (1978), also with John Belushi and also directed by John Landis. #NationalLampoonsAnimalHouseForAddieCounts
Alex Tan
2024-10-04 16:18:49 +0000 UTCHappy Friday, Addie! π This is a fun movie. RIP always to John Belushi, Carrie Fisher, singer Ray Charles, John Candy, singer Aretha Franklin, and probably more that I'm missing! This movie does have some funny moments that I really enjoy, like with Carrie Fisher's character going after the brothers(specifically Jake). But mainly the cameos and music are the best parts for me. Definitely looking forward to watching this reaction later this evening. Have a great day today & a great weekend! π
Randee Carreno
2024-10-04 16:17:57 +0000 UTCIn case you're all wondering which version Addie is watching, then she's watching the Theatrical Version.
Alex Tan
2024-10-04 16:13:34 +0000 UTCThe first time I watched "The Blues Brothers", it felt sort of underwhelming to me. I've watched it a few times since and while I appreciate some funny bits here and there, overall the movie hasn't improved with age. Maybe it's just good to have access to it for remembering John Belushi. There's another big movie from around the same time period with another great comedic cast that also fell a little flat. It was like the two movies were cut from the same cloth, so to speak. I won't name it in case it shows up in a future poll, so as to not put a negative bias against it before others have a chance to vote.
ButtercupsTrueLove
2024-10-04 16:13:16 +0000 UTCThe Stories Behind the Making of The Blues Brothers: https://youtu.be/lVydhKIDoqQ?feature=shared And since you watched the Theatrical Version of the movie, here's a comparison of the differences between the two versions. https://www.movie-censorship.com/report.php?ID=755519
Alex Tan
2024-10-04 16:12:05 +0000 UTCHappy Friday, Addie. The Blues Brothers (1980) is my all-time favorite SNL movie. However, I have to disagree with you on how funny the movie was because it was still funny to me. But having said that, I can agree with you that the songs really slap and it's even action packed as well. I own the movie on DVD in both Widescreen (1.85:1) & Full Screen (1.33:1) formats and I usually go back to the Extended Version in general. Enjoy your weekend and always remember: When in Hollywood, Visit Universal Studios (Ask for Babs). BTW, you were wearing your blue sweater while watching The Blues Brothers and the clerk at the Cook County Assessor's Office is Steven Spielberg. He directed John Belushi & Dan Ayckroyd in 1941 (1979), which I suggest to you. #1941ForAddieCounts
Alex Tan
2024-10-04 16:07:56 +0000 UTC
