Directed by John Landis
When Jake Blues and brother Elwood learn that the orphanage they grew up in will be closed unless $5000 is raised to pay its property tax, they embark on a mission to save the orphanage by reuniting their rhythm and blues band. Along the way, the brothers are pursued by the police, neo-Nazis, and a country and western band. Featuring performances by Aretha Franklin, Ray Charles, James Brown, Cab Calloway, and John Lee Hooker.
Universal Pictures. Producer: Robert K. Weiss. Screenwriter: Dan Aykroyd, John Landis. Cinematographer: Stephen M. Katz. Editor: George Folsey Jr. Cast: John Belushi, Dan Aykroyd, James Brown, Cab Calloway, Ray Charles.
35mm, color, 133 min.
