Who ya gonna call? Ghostbusters, of course! Find out what's been happening since the Ghostbusters last saved New York City as Peter, Ray, Egon, Winston and the rest of the gang make their first manga appearance! The phrase 'Everyone's a critic' takes on a whole new meaning when the crew is called in to help out a troubled Broadway production. Later, Ray learns that being a Ghostbuster isn't always the thrill-a-minute job he'd imagined it would be. And Egon has a touching interlude with a former instructor who still has a thing or two to learn about the afterlife. Then it all comes down to the ultimate showdown between our heroes and a team of peeved poltergeists. The Ghostbusters are about to be Ghost Busted!
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Old stories never die, and many are resurrected as a mere ghost of the original idea. Just when you thought it was safe to eat marshmallows again, Tokyopop has released the further adventures of the gang from the 1984 horror-comedy movie, Ghostbusters. This manga-style story takes place after the exploits in Ghostbusters II and features an old nemesis who makes a deal with the city’s ghosts to bring down Peter, Ray, Egon, and Winston. One by one, the Ghostbusters are individually called away on a mission and “busted” by the vengeful ghosts. In the end, Egon must face down his past to end the threat. The hilarious dialogue between the characters is highly reminiscent of the movies, and the plot is packed with fun-filled action. The different artists are able to keep a consistent flow without losing their individual styles by creating a myriad of magical monsters thirsty for mayhem. This graphic novel will serve as an excellent introduction for new fans as well as a great story for those who have already been slimed. Grades 6-10. --Kevin King
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4 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
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Busting makes me feel good,
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This review is from: Ghostbusters: Ghost Busted (v. 1) (Paperback)
Ghostbusters: Ghost Busted volume 1 is great introduction to the world of manga. The art work is incredible never before have I seen "The boys in grey" looking so sharp. The stories make some excellent reading with the quick quips you would expect to hear Bill Murray and the rest of the cast say if this were Ghostbusters 3. Thought much of the writing seems to take a page or two the later seasons of The Real Ghostbusters, were the humor did tend to go overboard at times. With the 25th anniversary of the first film coming up this is a fun way to celebrate one of the best comedy films of all time.
1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
A Legitimate Phenomena...,
This review is from: Ghostbusters: Ghost Busted (v. 1) (Paperback)
I don't get all of the hate for this book. It gets a bit slow in the middle, but it's hilarious through and throughout. It's not much like the movies, but more like the cartoon show. If you read it comparing it to the movies, it will most certainly disappoint; but if you compare it to the cartoon, it's awesome.
2 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars
Silly and eminently forgettable,
By Kurt A. Johnson (North-Central Illinois, USA) - See all my reviews (HALL OF FAME REVIEWER) (VINE VOICE) (TOP 100 REVIEWER) (REAL NAME)
This review is from: Ghostbusters: Ghost Busted (v. 1) (Paperback)
This manga addition to the Ghostbusters world contains two stories. In the first story, the Ghostbusters are divided and conquered by an old foe who has decided that it is time for payback. But, there is someone behind him as well, and if the boys are going to put this one to bed, they are really going to have to use their heads and their hearts. The second story is entitled The Devil Wears Nada, and pits the Ghostbusters against an ancient Sumerian goddess of fashion.
OK, where do I start? The original Ghostbusters was a light-hearted comedy that treated the Ghostbusters in a semi-serious and reasonable manner. This book suffers from all of the weaknesses that the manga genre implies. The stories are goofy to the point of ridiculousness, and beyond. The characters themselves act and react as you might expect the Ghostbusters to do, but the situations are often so goofy and outlandish that the story itself becomes silly and eminently forgettable. But, on the other hand, if you are a manga fan, and a Ghostbusters fan, then you might like this unique and off-beat take on the boys in gray. You might like it...but I didn't. I say that if you want to read more Ghostbusters adventures, then get Ghostbusters: The Return by Sholly Fisch, which is much, much better.
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