John Belushi
Nascimento : 1949-01-24, Chicago, Illinois, USA
Morte : 1982-03-05
História
John Adam Belushi (January 24, 1949 – March 5, 1982) was an American comedian, actor, and musician best known as one of the original cast members of the NBC sketch comedy show Saturday Night Live and for his roles in the films National Lampoon's Animal House and The Blues Brothers. He was the older brother of Jim Belushi.
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Self (archive footage)
Explore a vida e obra de Frank Zappa, com a permissão da família e acesso aos arquivos pessoais.
Self (archive footage)
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.
Self (archive footage)
O que levou os executivos da Coca Cola a trocar a fórmula da bebida mais popular do mundo em 1985 para competir com a Pepsi?
Self (archive footage)
Studio 54 was the epicenter of 70s hedonism - a place that not only redefined the nightclub, but also came to symbolize an entire era. Its co-owners, Ian Schrager and Steve Rubell, two friends from Brooklyn, seemed to come out of nowhere to suddenly preside over a new kind of New York society. Now, 39 years after the velvet rope was first slung across the club's hallowed threshold, a feature documentary tells the real story behind the greatest club of all time.
Self / Actor (archive footage)
A look at the history of the American comedy publication and production company, National Lampoon, from its beginning in the 1970s to 2010, featuring rare and never before seen footage, this is the mind boggling story of The National Lampoon from its subversive and electrifying beginnings, to rebirth as an unlikely Hollywood heavyweight, and beyond. A humour empire like no other, the impact of the magazines irreverent, often shocking, sensibility was nothing short of seismic: this is an institution whose (drunk stoned brilliant) alumni left their fingerprints all over popular culture. Both insanely great and breathtakingly innovative, The National Lampoon created the foundation of modern comic sensibility by setting the bar in comedy impossibly high.
Self (Archive Footage)
Documentary about the making of Animal House
himself
"The American Dream" Dusty Rhodes will forever be remembered as the working man's champion. A master at the mic and a three-time World Heavyweight Champion, he has had legendary confrontations with sports-entertainments top stars, including Ric Flair, Harley Race, "SuperStar" Billy Graham, Terry Funk and Tully Blanchard. Decades later, his contributions to sports-entertainment are still being felt. This Three-disc release will present his life's story as well as his most memorable matches and interviews from his days in the AWA, NWA, and WWWF, WWE, and WCW.
Various Characters
A collection of classic Saturday Night Live sketches featuring Dan Aykroyd.
Self (archive footage)
Short documentary about the music of The Blues Brothers.
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During his time at SNL, original cast member John Belushi created some of the most memorable characters in television history. One of the most brilliant comedic performers of all time, Belushi's rebellious presence and intensity changed the face of comedy forever. From classic original characters like the Blues Brothers, King Bee and Samurai Warrior to incomparable impressions of Joe Cocker, Marlon Brando, Elizabeth Taylor and more, you can experience the best of Belushi for years to come. Plus enjoy extra bonus material, including interviews from SNL's original cast and writers and never before seen footage as well as the very first SNL sketch of all time.
Self
A retrospective of the first 5 years of Saturday Night Live.
Himself
Join the epic "Not Ready for Prime Time Players" cast of Saturday Night Live regulars in a hilarious compilation of the best holiday moments from the show's Christmas specials. Some of the highlights include "Martha Stewart's Topless Christmas Special," "The Lost Ending to It's a Wonderful Life," "The Night Hannukah Harry Saved Christmas," "Mr. Robinson's Neighborhood on Christmas" and, of course, the Church Lady's drum solo.
Himself - 'Bluto' (archive footage)
This documentary, created for the Animal House (1978) collector's edition DVD, is composed of a collection of new interviews with the cast and crew behind the making of the film. There's even some archive footage of John Belushi, and many hilarious behind the scenes stories are told. Its evident that they had a great time creating this classic, and memorable comedic landmark of a film.
Himself
The Stories Behind the Making of The Blues Brothers is an hour- long documentary featuring every participant from the film. Star and co-writer Dan Aykroyd explains how a joke that he and best friend John Belushi shared with friends evolved from a Saturday Night Live skit to a best-selling album and then to a film. Director John Landis covers the difficult production, from the outrageous stunts to Belushi's disappearances from the set.
Himself (archive footage)
Special honoring the grand masters of the martial arts with guest stars from film and television, music performances, live demonstrations, competitions and tributes to Jackie Chan, Bennie "The Jet" Urquidez, Cynthia Rothrock, Billy Blanks, Ernie Reyes Sr., and Shaka Zulu.
Jake Blues (archive footage)
Writer Tom Davis hosts a Blues Brothers retrospective that tells the whole truth about the legendary band's early days and righteous ways. The Blues Brothers were an unforgettable part of Saturday Night Live's golden era, making their musical debut in bee costumes singing "I'm a King Bee," and becoming an overnight sensation. Switching to hats and shades inspired by John Lee Hooker, they combined classic Chicago Blues with Stax-Volt R&B to create a sound all their own. Their first album, Briefcase Full of Blues, went double-platinum and led quickly to their hit movie and milestone soundtrack album. The rest is history, and it's all here in a music-filled, memory-blasting account of a band that will always be on a mission from God.
Self (archive footage)
A TV special celebrating the 15th anniversary of Saturday Night Live. Before a celebrity audience, many of the former cast members and guest hosts return to perform their signature monologues and present a look back at some of the best comedy skits and musical numbers of the past 15 years.
Various characters
Earl Keese
Num bairro suburbano, homem de meia idade leva uma vida pacata e sem perspectivas com sua entediada esposa. Até o dia em que conhece seus novos vizinhos, um casal formado por um sujeito bonachão e a mulher sexy e provocante.
Zhelezna Postruk
Steve Martin's fourth NBC special was in the spirit of his previous association with Saturday Night Live. It was broadcast live from Studio 8H, produced by Lorne Michaels and featured some original cast members of the show.
Ernie Souchak
Repórter do Chigago Sunday Times, Ernie Souchak (John Belushi) é um especialista em cobrir escândalos políticos. Ele precisa se afastar de Chigago por ter feito certas denúncias e, assim, ruma para o Colorado. Ele vai ao refúgio ecológico de uma ornitologista, Nell Porter (Blair Brown), para entrevistá-la. Eles se apaixonam, mas Souchak retorna para Chigago e se convence de que uma das suas fontes foi assassinada.
'Joliet' Jake Blues
Após deixar a cadeia Jake reencontra seu irmão Elwood e juntos vão para o orfanato onde foram criados. Lá eles descobrem que o local será fechado se uma dívida de US$ 5 mil com a prefeitura não for paga. Como a freira que dirige o orfanato não aceita de forma alguma dinheiro ganho desonestamente, Jake e Elwood decidem por retomar a The Blues Brothers Band, na intenção de realizar um grande show e arrecadar a quantia necessária para pagar a dívida.
Capt. Wild Bill Kelso
Após o ataque japonês à Pearl Harbor, os residentes da Califórnia entram em pânico com medo de serem o próximo alvo. Entre eles estão Wild Bill Kelso, um piloto louco da Guarda Nacional; o Sargento Frank Tree, um patriota, comandante do grupo de tanque; Ward Douglas, um civil com vontade de ajudar a guerra americana a qualquer esforço e custo e o Major General Joseph W. Stilwell, que tenta duramente manter a sanidade no meio do caos.
Eric
When her marriage falls apart, a psychiatrist seeks out those of her former boyfriends who left the biggest impact on her life, mostly in a bad way.
Joliet Jake Blues
The full unedited performance recorded on December 31, 1978, when the Blues Brothers opened for the Grateful Dead on the monumental closing night of Winterland.
Himself
This episodic comedy features the original cast of Saturday Night Live as they present individual skits that describe their summer vacations. Among the highlights is a concert segment featuring John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd as the Blues Brothers.
Deputy Hector
Henry Moon (Jack Nicholson) é capturado enquanto tentava chegar ao México e acaba sendo levado para a forca. O único jeito de escapar da morte certa é casando-se com alguém. Henry consegue uma moça e acaba sendo perdoado de seus crimes, porém, ele deve agora tentar encarar um relacionamento de verdade.
John "Bluto" Blutarski
1962. Larry Kroger (Tom Hulce) e Kent Dorfman (Stephen Furst) são calouros na faculdade e sonham em entrar para uma fraternidade. Após não conseguirem entrar para a Omega eles resolvem tentar a Delta, que tem a fama de ser a pior fraternidade do campus. Lá eles conhecem Eric (Tim Matheson), Boone (Peter Reigert) e sua namorada Katy (Karen Allen), Hoover (James Widdoes) e Bluto (John Belushi). Larry e Kent logo são aceitos na fraternidade e passam a viver uma vida regada a viagens, piadas e festas de pijama. Só que Dean Wormer (John Vernon) está decidido a expulsar a Delta do campus da faculdade, contando com a ajuda dos integrantes da Omega.
Ron Decline
The story of the rise and fall of the Pre-Fab Four.
Writer
A live performance from the Beach Boys, featuring their best known songs, including 'Help Me Rhonda' and 'Good Vibrations'.
Cop #2
A live performance from the Beach Boys, featuring their best known songs, including 'Help Me Rhonda' and 'Good Vibrations'.
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Originally aired as an television special, this concert film includes interview segments, comedy sketches, and concert footage from Brian Wilson's 1976 return to the concert stage.
Cop #2
Originally aired as an television special, this concert film includes interview segments, comedy sketches, and concert footage from Brian Wilson's 1976 return to the concert stage.
Craig Baker (voice)(English Dub)
Shame, the ape man of the jungle, is aghast when his woman, June, is kidnapped by a gang of giant penises. They take her to their queen, Bazunga, a bald woman with fourteen breasts. After tangling with a gang of great white hunters, a marauding lion and the Molar Men, Shame sets off to rescue her with only his faithful friend Flicka at his side. He heads for that darkest of areas
Writer
Woodstock with a death wish.
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Woodstock with a death wish.