Synopsis : Three university parapsychologists lose their research grant and their credibility when the Dean decides that their theories, methods and conclusions have no place in his august institution. Out of a job, they decide to go into business for themselves, setting up as professional supernatural eliminators. Starting out with only a converted fire station and a beat-up ambulance to their name, the Ghostbusters quickly become local heroes when the city sees a dramatic rise in paranormal activity and a giant marshmallow threatens its very existence.
Festival History : Academy Awards 1985 | 2 nominations including: Best Visual Effects BAFTA Awards 1985 | Winner: Best Original Song 1985 | Nominee: Best Special Visual Effects Golden Globes (USA) 1985 | 3 nominations including: Best Motion Picture - Comedy or Musical
Director :
Ivan Reitman
Producer :
Ivan Reitman
Screenplay :
Dan Aykroyd, Harold Ramis
DOP :
László Kovács
Editor :
David E. Blewitt
Sheldon Kahn
Cast :
Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Sigourney Weaver, Harold Ramis, Rick Moranis, Annie Potts, William Atherton