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"The Blues Brothers" is a classic comedy film that was released in 1980, starring John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd as the titular characters, Jake and Elwood Blues. Here are some interesting facts about the movie and its iconic scenes:
Musical Roots: The Blues Brothers characters originated on "Saturday Night Live" (SNL), where Belushi and Aykroyd first portrayed them in musical sketches. The success of these sketches led to the creation of the film.
Directorial Debut: "The Blues Brothers" was directed by John Landis and marked his first venture into musical comedy. Landis later went on to direct other successful films, including "An American Werewolf in London" and "Trading Places."
Musical Performances: The film features legendary musical performances by artists such as Aretha Franklin, Ray Charles, and James Brown. The scene where Aretha Franklin performs "Think" in a diner is particularly memorable.
Car Crashes: "The Blues Brothers" holds the record for the most cars destroyed in a movie at the time of its release. Over 100 cars were wrecked in the epic car chase scenes.
Bob's Country Bunker: The Blues Brothers play a country-western gig at a venue called Bob's Country Bunker. The set was built in a real bar in Fox Lake, Illinois, and the filmmakers actually booked the bar for several weeks to shoot the scenes.
The Penguin: The character known as "The Penguin," played by actress Kathleen Freeman, is the nun who runs the orphanage where Jake and Elwood grew up. She's known for wielding a ruler and keeping the brothers in line.
Gimme Some Lovin': The energetic performance of "Gimme Some Lovin'" by The Blues Brothers is a highlight of the film. The song was originally recorded by the Spencer Davis Group in 1966. In the film, the brothers perform it during their audition at Bob's Country Bunker.
Budget Overruns: "The Blues Brothers" faced significant budget overruns during production. The film was initially budgeted at $17.5 million but ended up costing around $30 million, making it one of the most expensive comedies of its time.
Cameos: Look out for cameo appearances by musicians such as Steven Spielberg (as the Cook County Assessor's Office clerk) and Chaka Khan (as a choir soloist). Additionally, John Candy has a memorable role as Burton Mercer, a police officer.
Cult Following: While "The Blues Brothers" wasn't a massive box office success upon its initial release, it gained a cult following over the years and is now considered a classic. Its unique blend of comedy, music, and car chases has contributed to its enduring popularity.