What’s Aged the Worst?
The sequel history, pan-and-scan broadcasts, dated effects, the theme-song dispute, harassment of William Atherton, and Venkman's conduct are criticized.
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- The franchise's sequels and reboots are criticized as uneven or money-driven, though one participant strongly defends Ghostbusters II.
- Pan-and-scan television versions are blamed for making the wide compositions cramped and hiding visual gags for years.
- The similarity between the theme song and Huey Lewis's 'I Want a New Drug' remains a blemish despite both songs' popularity.
- William Atherton's report of being harassed in public after playing Peck is treated as an ugly consequence of the film.
- Some finale establishing shots and matte paintings now appear visibly rendered.
- Venkman's use of professional authority to pursue students and clients is identified as the clearest behavior that aged badly.