Review of The Blues Brothers (1980) by Mikhail B — 11 May 2012
After having set a number of infamous records, this film continues to be stay on top of all-time charts despite its age. As the simple story goes, an ex-convict makes a point to gather five thousand dollars to pay taxes for a Christian orphanage without breaking the law.
He has a revelation that he has to get his old band together for a beneficial concert. In spite of the innocence of the idea, he and his reluctant accomplices instantly become an object for a major chase led by the police and accompanied by other angry volunteers, which number grows far quicker than the required amount of money.
On the way they come across strange customers: a music shop owner that looks and sings exactly like Ray Charles, a restaurant chef whose voice and face reminds of Aretha Franklin, etc. The magnificent concert does take place and the protagonists wanted by the police perform a small, but convincing two-minute piece for a large crowd of audience, collect the money and leave off.
The chase culminates in the largest-ever scene with a record number of cars smashed to pieces. And before too long the heroes of the day pay their due to the orphans. The exploding humour, absurd situations, incredible car stunts, soundtrack full of jazz and blues hits, hilarious actors make it a great entertainment, and a real feast for your eyes and ears.
This review of The Blues Brothers (1980) was written by Mikhail B on 11 May 2012.
The Blues Brothers has generally received very positive reviews.
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