Scary stories for kids: I made my dad take me to see Ghostbusters three times
Rude, gross, and surprisingly adult, this classic 1980s comedy became a favorite among children. The film starts with a quirky premise: “Three parapsychologists lose their university funding,” which sounds more like a joke than the beginning of a blockbuster hit.
Ghostbusters (1984) follows a trio of unlikely professors. Peter Venkman (Bill Murray) is more interested in flirting than scientific work. Ray Stantz (Dan Aykroyd) has the enthusiasm of an excitable puppy, while the nerdy Egon Spengler (Harold Ramis) enjoys collecting “spores, moulds, and fungus.” Their credibility takes a hit after they claim to have seen a ghost in the New York Public Library.
After being expelled from academia, they launch “Ghostbusters,” a paranormal investigation company based in a closed New York firehouse. They soon hire Winston Zeddemore (Ernie Hudson), a practical and grounded fourth member, and develop nuclear-powered equipment to catch ghosts.
The Ghostbusters vow “to investigate reports of spooky encounters and, most importantly, to believe you.”
The movie blends humor, supernatural elements, and memorable characters, making it a hit that children begged to see repeatedly.
Author's summary: Ghostbusters combines quirky characters, paranormal adventure, and humor, creating a timeless classic beloved by kids and adults alike.