The Blues Brothers
dir. John Landis
75
7 sourcesSynopsis
Jake Blues, just released from prison, puts his old band back together to save the Catholic home where he and his brother Elwood were raised.
Critics consensus
Too over the top for its own good, but ultimately rescued by the cast's charm, director John Landis' grace, and several soul-stirring musical numbers.
Directed byJohn Landis
StarringJohn Belushi, Dan Aykroyd, James Brown, Cab Calloway, Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin
Written byJohn Landis, Dan Aykroyd
CinematographyStephen M. Katz
EditingGeorge Folsey Jr.
MusicElmer Bernstein
The Blues Brothers
1980 · R · 2h 13m
Music, Comedy, Crime
Jake Blues, just released from prison, puts his old band back together to save the Catholic home where he and his brother Elwood were raised.
Our Verdict
75
Critics Consensus
Too over the top for its own good, but ultimately rescued by the cast's charm, director John Landis' grace, and several soul-stirring musical numbers.
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