Today I want to talk about Ghostbusters 3. Now at this moment... not much is going on in regards to Ghostbusters 3 ACTUALLY moving forward. I mean, its been talked about for years. Even shortly after the second film which came out in 1989, there was talks of another sequel and certain discussions have took place throughout the years. So the reason I bring this up today is because it is still mentioned. Since 2007 (my guess), we have heard so much about Ghostbusters 3 and along the way, Actor Dan Aykroyd has been putting so much hype into this sequel. But now it's 2012 and looking back on what's been going with this sequel. Dan Aykroyd sporadically teasing the public about another sequel for the past 5 years, and so forth. It's come to a point now where I could care less for Ghostbusters 3. Now I know the majority of fans out there would disagree because so many people believe in Dan Aykroyd to pull off this sequel. But at the same time... I think a lot of fans out there refuse to understand what's going on and they refuse to acknowledge Ayrkoyd's BS in regards to Ghostbusters 3. Now don't get me wrong... I'm a fan of Aykroyd's work. He's done some good comedies in the past and he's wrote some good comedies. I will admit to that. But at the same time... here's a guy who has put so much hype into this sequel by proposing the idea of a "passing the torch" type plot for Ghostbusters 3. Now I've heard so many arguments and feedback from different fans on why this is a good idea and why it's the right way to go. Too me it's ridiculous. The reason I say that is because after so many years and so much demand from fans, you're going to half-ass this sequel by pretty much saying "well we are too old and after a 23-year wait, we figured this is what the fans want". That's the notion I get from this project... and at the same time, I don't understand why Dan Aykroyd keeps stating this sequel is all about the fans and it's what the fans want. Give me a break. I mean... how does Dan Aykroyd expect for so many fans to sign off on this? That's what I can't fathom.
Now don't get me all wrong, I enjoy Ghostbusters. It's definitely a classic comedy and I enjoyed these characters. Ghostbusters 2 was a good follow-up sequel. Not better than the first film but it's an entertaining sequel. So yes I enjoy the first two films... so why am I pessimistic about Ghostbusters 3? Well it's just when there has been so much talk. A lot of back and forth between the fans and Aykroyd. Just so much hearsay and at the end of the day, there seems to be no progression in developing this sequel. Now I don't hate Dan Aykroyd for that but it doesn't help when you're trying to assure fans to go along with "passing the torch" when in all honesty, that's not what we have waited for nearly 25 years to see from these guys. I mean some might argue, "well it's logical for them to do so" but do you really think a lot of fans are going to invest more into this young generation of Ghostbusters or the one's we have cherished for almost 30 years? My answer of course is the original characters. Now I know the project has gone through up's and down's considering Bill Murray's reluctance to be part of the project. There has been instances where Bill Murray has been acting like a dick when approached about Ghostbusters 3 (which I can believe!). I can see Bill Murray being this way because I know nowadays is very cautious about certain roles or projects he will do (hence... doing more dramatic roles, not so much comedies). I can believe that he probably is a dick and hard to work with. Heck, there was story earlier in the year where Aykroyd sent a copy of Ghostbusters 3 script & Bill Murray disliked it so much that he shredded it and sent it back to Aykroyd. I know that story was picked up by the National Enquirer... so I don't how much is true or whatever. But I would not doubt for a second if Murray did such a thing. Now I know the fans have been chewing out Bill Murray for certain things but the more I think about it, I can't really blame the guy. Now I'm not on one side here. This blog is not about defending Murray and blasting Aykroyd but I do think Murray is being more cautious because the last time Aykroyd was involved in a sequel was that piece of crap, Blues Brothers 2000. So I do wonder... how should we feel assured about Ghostbusters 3? Especially when Aykroyd really hasn't done a whole lot since then and we don't need a repeat of that. I mean Aykroyd has done some films where he's has had bit roles but in regards to sequels, Blue Brothers 2000 was not well-received (it was utter garbage!) and the hardcore fans think we should embrace Ghostbusters 3 because of Aykroyd? In my opinion, we should look at what's going on. Because I know there is a small group of people out there that believe Aykroyd can pull off Ghostbusters 3 without Bill Murray and Aykroyd has been adamant about possibly doing that. But if Aykroyd is so sure of himself, why has there not been much progression in the project? Now yes like I've said before, I believe Bill Murray is probably a dick. I can imagine he his hard to work with but to take him out the equation, you have no Ghostbusters sequel.
As much as Bill Murray can be difficult, he leads the group. Dan Aykroyd is the heart of the group and I can admit to that but without Bill Murray, just how much can you accomplish? So that's why I question Aykroyd and what's been going on. I'm not saying Murray is right in every aspect but I do understand why he is probably reluctant. Now I know some might ask about Harold Ramis. Harold Ramis IS part of the group and has been helping out Aykroyd in some way trying to develop Ghostbusters 3. But when it comes to the fans and trying to maintain demand in the sequel, Dan Aykroyd is the focal point of everything Ghostbusters 3. Now let's say... if things were done right. If this idea of "passing the torch" was just an idea and I know according to some, there has been variations of the script. But if things were done right I would be all for this sequel. I mean what's so difficult about coming up with a simple story involving the four main characters? A story worthwhile would mean everything and I don't think "passing the torch" is the way to go. Just keep it simple. Also, bring back the everybody. I don't care if people will say, "well they are too old" but I look at Harrison Ford who is pushing 70 and he did Indiana Jones and The Kingdom of The Crystal Skull. Whether if people like the film or not, at least Harrison Ford stuck to the role. So it's a matter of bringing the main four guys back and doing things right. I would like to see perhaps Annie Potts & Rick Moranis back for support. I know Rick Moranis is retired but it would be nice to see him come back. But overall, in regards to characters... the main four guys is what's important. That's if things were done right. All in all, I know I've talked about this for a while. There is still talk of trying to get Ghostbusters 3 off the ground. I know some out there are behind Aykroyd because he's been adamant about this project but nothing is ironclad at the moment. I'm aware that fans want to see this sequel because of the video game that came out in 2009 (which I still want to check out sometime) but right now it's just a lot of hearsay. I'm sure the topic will resurface every once in a while because of Dan Aykroyd but honestly, I don't have much hope. They have been at this since the early 90's and now it's 2012 where at once point they were suppose to start filming this year. But nothing is being done. So I'm sure there are things I'm unaware of when it's comes to the development of this project but I do think if it was done the right way, more fans would support this sequel. Any ways, thanks for tuning in to this lengthy blog and take care. =)
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