'Ghostbusters' Gives Young Girls Four New Role Models
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'Ghostbusters' Gives Young Girls Four New Role Models

This remake has created four new characters I want my little sister to look up to.

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'Ghostbusters' Gives Young Girls Four New Role Models
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This past summer, one of the most iconic remakes ever hit theaters. A twist on the beloved classic, "Ghostbusters" (1984), the reboot has caused a new generation to fall head over heels all over again for this popular franchise. Remakes are always risky; there's a chance to increase the popularity of the franchise immensely with a great one or bring shame to it with a poorly done one. For this spin on the famous story, it consists of four brilliant women, who certainly aren't afraid of no ghost.

Jillian Holtzmann (Kate McKinnon)

Who else could play the quirky Jillian Holtzmann other than the SNL star Kate McKinnon? She was extremely brilliant, yet slightly bonkers. She was so undeniably herself, it was impossible not to love her. At the end of the movie, she admits that she never had a real family until she met Abby, Erin, and Patty.

Abby Yates (Melissa McCarthy)

Abby Yates, played by Melissa McCarthy, began her studies of the paranormal in her junior year of high school when she became best friends with Erin Gilbert, played by Kristen Wiig. When she and Erin had a falling out, she continued her studies with Holtzmann. Later on, she reconnects with Erin as they see their first ghost together, something they had dreamed of seeing for over ten years. Dr. Yates is sarcastic and quick-witted, but she is a genius and is extremely passionate about what she loves.

Patty Tolan (Leslie Jones)

This movie would not have been complete without Patty Tolan, a simple employee working in the subway who was one of the first victims of the ghost attacks. Instead of just letting it go, she decided to suit up and join the team and help save New York City. She's the toughest one out of the four and doesn't take crap from anyone. Also, anytime Leslie Jones is in something, she's going to make it a hit.

Erin Gilbert (Kristen Wiig)

Erin Gilbert (Kristen Wiig) saw a ghost when she was younger every night for a year and the only person who believed her was Abby. They began to study paranormal activity at a young age, but eventually, Erin left to pursue a more serious career. But she couldn't stay away from what she loved, and a few years later, she reunites with Abby when they see their first real ghost. As the hero of the story, she is smart, slightly awkward and very dedicated to her team.

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