Ghostbusters (2016)

30 years ago, the Ghostbusters were introduced to the world in a movie that became a classic. Those of us who saw that movie in the cinemas then are now, well, how shall I put it? Let's just say we are not that young anymore. So how is this new Ghostbusters? I am glad to say that it is quite ok.

The new Ghostbusters is a reboot. It is meant for a whole new generation of movie viewers who were not around when the original came out. It's a new millenium's reboot and I must say the story do parallel that of the original with a few tweaks here and there. Most notably is the team is now all female.

For those of you who have watched and loved the original, go in with no expectations and you will be entertained. The jokes are there and they can get a few laughs out of you. The one to watch out for is Holtzman played by Kate McKinnon. She's a riot.

The pacing is good and the story flows along smoothly. The special effects are great even if the ghosts do lean more towards looking a little cartoonish but it's fine.

There are also plenty of tributes to the original classic thus those of you who saw the original do keep an eye out, ya?

The one thing that grates on my nerves is perhaps Chris Hemsworth's character. They made him a ditzy blonde dude instead of a bimbo who got the job as the receptionist for the Ghostbusters. Thing is I do not buy his act for one second! The gals don't seem to mind though.

So, what are you waiting for? The Ghostbusters are back and it's worth the admission price!


Rating : 3 stars out of 5 (0.5 stars added for nostalgia)