When Jake Blues (John Belushi) is released from the Joliet Correctional Center in Illinois, his brother, Elwood (Dan Aykroyd), is waiting for him outside in a second-hand police car. The brothers go to visit ‘The Penguin’, a nun (Kathleen Freeman), immediately upon Jake’s release. Saint Helen’s Orphanage, where Sister Mary Stigmata resides, is the same orphanage where Jake and Elwood grew up. Upon arriving at the orphanage, they discover it is in dire need of $5000 within the next eleven days, or the board of education will have it destroyed. But how can Jake and Elwood help?
After attending a powerful church service, The Blues Brothers discover they can help an orphanage by performing music. On a ‘mission from God’, they will go to the stage and put on a show to raise money. Now, they must gather their old bandmates together for an epic concert. However, their reunion is not without challenges. Firstly, they must persuade their former band members to join them, all while evading the police who are relentlessly pursuing them. Additionally, a mysterious woman (Carrie Fisher) keeps trying to kill them for unknown reasons, and a group of Nazis is also on their tail.
The Blues Brothers is a hilarious comedy film with witty and random moments. The film has many one-liners, quotable dialogue, slapstick comedy, and spoofs. The comedy is outstanding, and nothing on-screen is predictable. Every scene delivers something unexpected and surprising. The dialogue between the lead characters is plentiful and snappy, full of excellent comedic timing through the banter. The comedic timing spills over to their mannerisms, body language, and action scenes, all combining to make the movie even more enjoyable and an absolute must-watch.
The Blues Brothers is a movie with a great story and a fantastic soundtrack. Throughout the film, we get to see many famous music celebrities, such as James Brown, Chaka Khan, Aretha Franklin, Ray Charles, Cab Calloway, John Lee Hooker and more. It’s impossible to watch this movie without feeling the urge to dance or at least move to the beat of the music. The film’s climax is an epic celebration of rock and jazz music.
Overall, The Blues Brothers is an incredible movie that guarantees a good time! The film has top-notch comedy, music, wild stunts, and thrilling car chases. It’s hard to find any faults in this movie. The story is unpredictable, and each scene is engaging and exciting. The film culminates in a fun concert, which is a perfect finale. The on-screen chemistry between John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd is excellent, and their banter and mannerisms make their performances even more enjoyable. If you haven’t watched this movie yet, I highly recommend getting it today and turning up the volume.
23rd March 2024
Written by Peter Walkden
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