This is the first Long Island lecture to cover this 1984 megahit. Who you gonna call for summer fun? Ghostbusters! This movie revolutionized the film industry as it was the FIRST special effects blockbuster comedy. No other project had the special effects and budget that were needed for this film’s combination of comedy, action and horror. The gamble of using television personalities to star in a motion picture paid off! With comedians, comedy writers and a director that were at the top of their game, this film couldn’t fail, right? Columbia studio executives weren’t so sure. This Power Point lecture will take you through the making of the movie and it’s background and is followed by the screening of film highlights. Soundtrack music, autographs and a book and memorabilia display are included. For more information, please call the Plainview - Old Bethpage Public Library at (516) 938-0077