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All movies seen on 01/13/2021

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Belushi (2020)

Directed by R. J. Cutler

Documentary | Biography

Overview

Using previously unheard audiotapes recorded shortly after John Belushi’s death, director R.J. Cutler’s documentary feature examines the too-short life of the once-in-a-generation talent who captured the hearts and funny bones of devoted audiences.

Length 108 minutes

Actors

John Belushi | Judith Belushi-Pisano | Harold Ramis | Dan Aykroyd | Chevy Chase | John Landis | Penny Marshall | Lorne Michaels | Jim Belushi | Ivan Reitman | Bill Hader | Carrie Fisher | Candice Bergen | Bruce McGill | Jane Curtin | Don Novello | Joe Flaherty | Michael Apted | Mitch Glazer | Eugenie Ross-Leming | Tino Insana | Tony Hendra | Tom Davis | Richard D. Zanuck | Paul Flaherty | Alan Zweibel | Chris Miller | Sean Daniel | Tom Schiller | Anne Beatts | Laila Nabulsi | Matty Simmons | Rosie Shuster | John Purdie | Bill Murray | Gilda Radner

Viewing History (seen 1 time)

Viewing Notes

Got a free screening link to this Showtime documentary about John Belushi but had a short window to view it so I gave it a spin. It’s a good overview of his life and ultimately the path that led to his untimely death. The interview recordings sprinkled throughout along with the old photos, many of which I had never seen, are the highlights. Very sad to hear Carrie Fisher’s voice but she has some neat stories. The most illuminating details are from Judy, John’s wife. Such a tragic story for a star that burned so bright.

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