The Blues BrothersThe Blues Brothers hit theatres on June 20, 1980. Their scripted mission was to save a local Chicago orphanage; but Aykroyd, who conceived and wrote much of the film, had a greater mission: to honour the then seemingly forgotten tradition of rhythm and blues. Some of the greatest artistsAretha Franklin, James Brown, John Lee Hooker, Cab Calloway, Ray Charlesmade the film as unforgettable as its wild car chases. Much delayed and vastly over budget,