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Here's some mandatory viewing from me. This new film on HBO Max is a must watch for movie fans, theater types, and anybody who just needs to laugh. It reinforces one more time the genius of this man who, with any luck, will hit triple digits in age this June.
Amazingly, there is some current footage of Mel as he talks to one of the filmmakers, Judd Apatow. But there is also lots and lots of archived screen shots of Mel over the years. Thank God for the invention of cameras which methodically and wonderfully document Brooks' career from the Sid Caesar Show all the way to The Producers on Broadway. Trust me. You are not cheated here.
Sure, there are moments you have seen before but Mel Brooks comedy is just made for repeat viewing. But, two of the elements that come out marvelously are the love he had for his wife Anne Bancroft and the amazing friendship he had for his best friend Carl Reiner. Sadly, the latter is told in the film by son Rob and I wonder how Mel handled that recent news. Indeed, Mel and Carl leaned on each other when they were both widowed around the same time. This prompted the twp buddies to have dinner every night while they watched Jeopardy.
There's just so much in this film. Watch it once. Watch it eight times. Just see it!
And salute Mel Brooks one more time.
LEN'S RATING: Four stars.
Dinner last night: Leftover Chinese food.
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