My FIRST Time Watching The Producers (1967) & it Was FABULOUS!!!

[@TheMirandalorianReacts]

Well, for some reason, days later after this uploaded this got copyright claimed and demonetized... I'm not going to take this video down, but this is super demoralizing because this video took a ton of work and re-edits... Happy holidays :)

[@jonmercano1138]

Want a star wars musical? look up robot chicken empire on ice

[@jtilton5]

If you like musical comidies I suggest you see A Funny Thing Happened to Me on the Way To the Forum. Also starring Zero Mostel.

[@gregoryeatroff8608]

@@jtilton5 excellent suggestion. And it uses a lot of plot devices from real Greco-Roman comedies, which adds a layer of authenticity -- you're laughing at the kinds of jokes Roman citizens laughed at more than 2000 years ago. In high school I got to perform in a Latin comedy by Plautus (who ripped off a lot of Greek comedy tropes), and I recognized a lot of the situations from A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum.

[@Barnois52]

Sorry to hear that, don't give up. Just realize what you did wrong and improve. You can't succeed without a little bit of failure. Keep going super entertaining.

[@maycontainviolence5587]

That sucks. Probably for the music and the use of the word Hitler or some such stupid reason.

[@LithiumProductions]

This is a decade older than Star Wars. Stormtrooper had a VERY different meaning.

[@titanoboa7165]

Yes, our reviewer did the connection to the incorrect 'Storm Troopers.'

[@maycontainviolence5587]

Star Wars musical? Well, we have The Empire Strips Back up here in Toronto, does that count?

[@MrPunkd113]

@LithiumProductions These folks probably never heard of WW2. Heck, they wouldn't even know what Hiroshima is, unless they saw Oppenheimer of course

[@denizbluemusic]

​@@MrPunkd113 its just an american thing lmao.

[@snerdterguson]

Star Wars is my childhood. I know Stormtrooper has a connection to the Nazis and WWII. My first thought when hearing Stormtrooper is of the one from Star Wars. It doesn't mean I'm uneducated. It is just the connection my mind makes. Why be insulting about it? Maybe that's just what she thinks of because that's something she grew up watching.

[@TheMirandalorianReacts]

Looks like this video is safe from copyright, but keeping praying for me!! Sorry this one took so long, but I hope you guys enjoy this one!!! I LOVED it!

[@Kaileigh_Broko]

Great movie, when you get the chance check out Batman Mask of the phantasm.

[@ChoppersModelworks]

Keeping fingers crossed for the copyright passing. If you have not seen the crazy 1963 comedy "It's a Mad Mad Mad Mad World", you might enjoy it and find some new actors/actresses to then look for more to watch.

[@louisborselio8608]

The follow up for this video should be To Be or Not to Be 1983.

[@delord1619]

This one might be copyright safe as well. What l think might be Mel's first movie was The Twelfth Chair.

[@toddsimpson9164]

Here's another idea: SCROOGED :D

[@MST3Killa]

I do love that Mel Brooks voiced the line "don't be stupid be a smartie, come and join the..." You know the rest.

[@shect1]

Mel never shied away from making jokes about Hitler and Nazis, he probably still carries a comb in his pocket to use as a Hitler mustache to pull out for a joke now and then.

[@LarryStorm-y5l]

The on-screen actor is not Mel; the voice was over-dubber in post-production.

[@MST3Killa]

@@LarryStorm-y5l ...that's what I said.

[@FeaturingRob]

Okay... - As a fellow musical theater nerd, here's fun trivia: Zero Mostel was Tevye in the original production of Fiddler on the Roof on Broadway. He won the Tony for Best Actor in a Musical. - Besides Gene, Kenneth Mars is another Brooks alum in the film. He was Inspector Kemp in Young Frankenstein. He was also the voice of King Triton in The Little Mermaid. His take on Franz Liebkind is just hysterical. - This film was almost not released. In fact, it was about to die on the shelf, finished, but unseen. It received the blessing and kudos of a comedy god named Peter Sellers (Dr. Strangelove, Inspector Clouseau in the original Pink Panther films, and Being There). Sellers saw a print privately, then took out an ad in Variety praising the film and supporting a wide release. Mel ended up winning the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. Sellers had been aware of the film, as he was initially going to be the one playing Leo Bloom! According to Mel, Sellers agreed to the role...and was never heard from after, so Gene Wilder got the role. - Gene came to Mel's attention because of his wife, Anne Bancroft. Anne was in a production of the play Mother Courage, and Gene was in the cast. Gene complained that his serious role was getting laughs, Mel told him that he was a natural comedian and that he looked like Harpo Marx. He even told Gene he'd hire him for Leo Bloom in the then-named Springtime For Hitler, but Mel forgot until Peter Sellers ghosted him and the film. Mel then remembered Gene, and approached him, as Gene was making his film debut in Warren Beatty's Bonnie and Clyde. - Originally, Franz Liebkind was going to be played by Dustin Hoffman. He called Mel late one night and begged to be let out so he could audition for a film called The Graduate, which Mel knew about because it was going be star Anne Bancroft (as Mrs. Robinson). Mel allowed him to, thinking Hoffman would never get the role of Ben Braddock...which he did get, and was Oscar-nominated for. Gene was nominated for a Best Supporting Actor Oscar. - In the song Springtime For Hitler, the line "Don't be stupid, be a smartie/ Come and join the N**i Party" was dubbed by Mel. He did it again for the Broadway show, for the 2005 remake, and every professional production has Mel saying that line in the song.

[@friendzenterkolkata]

The Producers was the first film, Young Frankenstein came after that. Also, if my memory serves right, Dustin Hoffman would have originally debuted as Franz Liebkind, but he chose The Graduate, with Anne Bancroft, Mel Brooks' wife. 😍

[@samuelmoulds1016]

GOODNIGHT!!!! you certainly are knowledgeable. thanks!

[@friendzenterkolkata]

@@samuelmoulds1016 Thank you! more than being knowledgeable, I am a Mel Brooks obsessed film buff, so to speak! :D

[@tremorsfan]

Zero was passed over for the movie and Topol was cast instead. When his son was approached to play Herod in Jesus Christ Superstar Zero, who was in the next room shouted "tell them to get Topol's son".

[@mephitismephitis6825]

Kenneth Mars also added a shining comedy performance in Peter Bogdanovich's "What's Up Doc?".

[@thorkhammer]

Dick Shawn's role wasn't the largest, but his impact on the film is incredible. If you want to see another stellar performance by him, watch the movie *It's a Mad Mad Mad Mad World* While his part in it is also a minor role, when he's on the screen, the movie belongs to him. Its also a funny movie in its own right.

[@MarcosElMalo2]

Great movie. What Lawrence of Arabia is to epic historical drama, Mad Mad Mad Mad Mad Mad World is to epic comedy.

[@richruksenas5992]

My favorite movie as a kid. It's got everybody in it!

[@KentuckyBrad]

Such a tradegy he died on stage

[@LarryStorm-y5l]

Dick Shawn also appeared on Johnny Carson's tonight show. I remember him performing a poem in a manner similar to his audition for "Springtime for Hitler."

[@CaresinVerse]

When I was president of Gene Wilder’s fan club, (back in the 1970’s; I am 77 years old now) I was in Gene Wilder’s office at 20th Century Fox and Mel Brooks came in. He grabbed one of the cheesecake cupcakes I had brought for Gene and stuffed the whole thing in his mouth all at once. He is very short, shorter than me, and he tilted me back saying “don’t tell anybody about us”. Remembering “The Twelve Chairs” (you must see it if you have not. Mel wrote all of it and he is hilarious in it) I quoted a line from it spoken by Frank Langella when he is holding a young woman when her husband walks in on them and Langella pretends he is resuscitating her saying “out with the bad air; in with the good air” and I just said that. He flipped! The three of us were laughing our heads off. I think Langella played a character called Ostoff Bender. Anyway, Brooks was so funny, even without an audience. That was the only time I met him but it was so memorable. When Brooks won the Oscar as best director for The Producers he said “I want to thank Gene Wilder” four times in a row. What a great guy.

[@snorom11aru23]

Dick Shawn was a Stand Up comedian. In the mid Eighties, he was doing a stage show and had a fatal heart attack on stage. The audience thought it was part of the show. Dick Shawn also played Ethel Mermon's son in the star-studded comedy It's a Mad Mad Mad World. I highly recommend this movie to you. A 1960's classic that include Mickey Rooney, Johnathan Winters, Milton Burle, Jim Bachus, and dozens of character actors and cameos.

[@davidconner-shover51]

I still cant get over the ladder scene, that was something else

[@PreRockDoc]

This, and you, are exactly what I needed in this lonely holiday season. I regularly return to your Mel Brooks reactions when life seems a bit heavy. I am so glad you are on this path. Keep up the incredible work. Your laughter also has the gift of healing. Happy Holidays.

[@mideon84]

Same here. Every Mel Brooks she has reacted to brings me a smile. Also, Lorenzo St. Dubois, but my friends call me LSD.

[@firedoc5]

In Mel's brilliance, what better way to have a Jewish man to poke fun at Nazis. Zero Mostel was a comedy legend himself. He was so great in "Something Funny Happened on the Way to the Forum". Now you're ready to see Mel's "To Be or Not to Be" which is real wife Anne Bancroft is in. Always enjoy your reactions. Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, and all that jazz, Miranda.

[@martynhill3479]

Both of those films are great. Oh and there is another musical number poking fun at the Nazis in "To Be Or Not To Be"

[@richardzinns5676]

@@martynhill3479 It's wonderful; am I wrong or is that the only time Mel Brooks and Anne Bancroft got to work together onscreen? By the way, the Mel Brooks version of To Be or Not to Be is a remake of an older, and also wonderful, comedy made during World War II and starring Jack Benny; much of the dialogue is identical or nearly so.

[@JHParee]

@@richardzinns5676 I think you're right. That is the only time we got to see them together onscreen. They both acted in Dracula: Dead and Loving It, but not in the same scenes.

[@rcrawford42]

@@martynhill3479 I'd recommend the Jack Benny version; the remake was unnecessary, IMHO.

[@jollyrodgers7272]

It didn't hit me until a few decades later that TO BE OR NOT TO BE was a remake of a 1942 Jack Benny film. Mel and Anne were great in it, and it felt like Mel!

[@hbron112]

Thanks for reacting to this outrageous movie! BTW, Mel Brooks was married to the coolest woman of all time and awesome actress - Anne Bancroft. Her movies are worth checking out.

[@PeepshowMenagerie]

Be sure not to miss Mel Brooks' "HIGH ANXIETY" and "SILENT MOVIE". ❤

[@allensaunders449]

Love silence movie

[@rickfortier8664]

Don't forget "To Be or NOT to BE!"

[@SirHilaryManfat]

Silent Movie is seriously underrated. I love that movie so much!

[@panamafloyd1469]

@@rickfortier8664 , ooh..good one. Only film he ever made with Anne, wasn't it? They sing "Sweet Georgia Brown" in Polish!

[@Cadmandu2000]

High Anxiety is a parody of several Alfred Hitchcock movies, so you might want to look at some of those first.

[@garyrasberryjr.552]

Mel won an Oscar for the screenplay for The Producers. His acceptance speech (which can be found on YT) is hilarious. He thanks Gene Wilder three times.

[@LithiumProductions]

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[@KentuckyBrad]

Wilder should have won the Oscar

[@garyrasberryjr.552]

@@KentuckyBrad Gene lost to Jack Albertson, who gave a helluva performance in The Subject Was Roses.

[@suebob16]

News Flash! Mel Brooks just received an Honorary Oscar last night at the Academy's annual Governors Awards Dinner. I'm sure it will be announced at the Oscars ceremony too. Brooks is 97! 🎭🎬

[@dryfesands1367]

Zero Mostel's performance in this is one of the great comedy turns of all time in my opinion. The whole apartment scene which opens this movie is a Mostel delivery masterclass. "They come here, they all come here . . . How do they find me?"

[@alistairmacdonald3813]

Agreed and a great double act with Gene, pure comedy chemistry.

[@IR4TE]

FINALLY! Was waiting for this reaction. My personal favorite of Mels movies.

[@vincentsaia6545]

Dick Shawn's necklace was a reference to Andy Warhol's painting of a can of Campbell Soup which caused a sensation in the avant garde art community.

[@Uncle_T]

The musical within the movie is sheer genius and one of the funniest things ever recorded on film. The musical version of this movie is well worth a watch too. "Now Ulla will belt!"

[@treborretsnom6186]

The acting history behind the entire cast is pretty amazing, I think Estelle Winwood is old lady #1, she started her career during WW I in the Liverpool Repertory Theater. Time is messing with me 😂

[@gabemik]

Yes, that is Estelle who many may remember from her recurring role on Bewitched.

[@rcrawford42]

She was still acting up to the late 1970s, appearing in the 1976 "Murder by Death".

[@marthaanderson2656]

Estelle was 83/84 when this movie was made. She had an amazing career.

[@harlanginsberg7269]

Btw the guy opposite Gene Wilder. Zero Mostel is one of the greatest musical theater men ever. He was Tevye in the Broadway version of Fiddler on the Roof and was definitely the big name in the movie when it came out. He is an amazing talent.

[@llanitedave]

This was also his last movie. He died soon after.

[@harlanginsberg7269]

@@llanitedave Actually he was in the Woody Allen serious movie about the blacklisting of the McCarthy era (he was actually blacklisted and called to testify before the House Un-American Activities Committee) called The Front that came out in 1976 nine years after this movie. He died a year later.

[@llanitedave]

​@@harlanginsberg7269 Thanks for that correction. I was quite mistaken!

[@IDLERACER]

😄👍 In case you missed it, at 29:17 the dancer was miming to Mel Brooks' voice ("Don't be stupid be a smarty..."). While "High Anxiety" is a great movie, you probably won't get most of the references to about 20 different Alfred Hitchcock movies that it's goofing on. But it does include Madeline Kahn & Cloris Leachman from "Young Frankenstein," Harvey Korman from "Blazing Saddles" and Dick Van Patten from a whole bunch of other Mel Brooks films. Once again, I highly recommend watching "Robots" (2005). Mel Brooks and Robin Williams together in the same movie!

[@ElectricKnight.]

Yayyyy! So happy you got to watch this (and shared it with us!). Suuuuper happy you mentioned watching the 3 Monty Python movies!!! YAYYY!!! And High Anxiety!!! Yayyyy! Haha! There is a legendary parody that would be incredible for you to watch - Charlie Chaplin's The Great Dictator (1940)!! Chaplin and Mel Brooks share more than comedic genius and it is an incredible film to watch - never mind the context that Chaplin, formerly the silent film star, gave this film to the public in a 1940 America that was trying to stay out of the war, at that point. Anyway! Much love to you!!

[@Ruddigore]

A great review, as always. Might I suggest that a film you may consider viewing at some point in time is *'The Adventure of Sherlock Holmes Smarter Brother'.* It's not a Mel Brookes film but it does star Gene Wilder, Marty Feldman, and Madeline Khan, and it was written and directed by Gene Wilder.

[@csiproductions9671]

I was wondering when you were going to get to this one. The 2005 remake is a good one as well. Thank you for all the positive vibes, they are always a joy to watch have an amazing day. Fun fact: Mel Brooks won the Academy Award for "Best Original Screenplay" for this movie.

[@samuelmoulds1016]

yeah, I hate to burst in on you so soon, but what you said made me think about something I have been contemplating about A LOT in resent years!!! in the South we have a saying, "Been there! Done that! Got a 'T' shirt!" I have half-a-house full of 'T' shirts! isn't it GRAND! isn't it MARVELOUS, we have so much BOUNTY and ABUNDANCE we can purchase soooh many things to just store them away!!!! take for example, I live in a 'Resort' area. 90% of our industry is 'tourism'. and even though our inflation rate is 70% (yeah, I know our government says it is 5%, but my food costs 70% more, my gas 100%, electric 10%, heating oil 120%, clothing THROUGH THE ROOF!) people are still coming to spend money! WHAT A GREAT LAND! WHAT A GREAT COUNTRY!!!

[@christhornycroft3686]

This is fantastic, and the 2005 remake that was based on the stage play musical version that Mel Brooks wrote is actually very funny too. Here, they just do songs for the broadway show, Springtime. The remake actually has songs in the movie, not just the play and I can't pick a favourite. There's a lot I love about both. Gene Wilder was amazing in everything. Having said that, Nathan Lane and Uma Thurman are hilarious. The 2005 version is raunchier, for sure. I'm not 100% sure, but I think this was Mel Brooks' first big satirical movie. Blazing Saddles is remembered for obvious reasons, but this is great too and has a timeless quality to it.

[@shainewhite2781]

MERRY CHRISTMAS 🎄🎁⛄ A movie like this would never be made today.

[@mrbiggin747]

Said about every Mel Brooks film ever!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@JJ_Lloyd]

Ah! The mythical, long-rumored reaction to The Producers video! Once heard of only in whispers and depicted in cave paintings in France. Congrats on getting it up! 🙂 And glad you're going to watch High Anxiety! That's a great one. I hope you're familiar with the Hitchcock movies Psycho, Vertigo, The Birds and Spellbound since it parodies them.

[@Retrostar619]

It was wonderful reliving the film through your eyes, and your commentary at the about satire and parody was spot on. Bravo!

[@W4TB]

Here’s a list: Certainly! If you're a fan of clever satire, irreverent humor, and timeless comedic performances, Mel Brooks' films are a must-watch. Here's a curated list of some of his iconic works that have left an indelible mark on the world of comedy: 1. **The Producers (1967):** A classic tale of Broadway gone awry, filled with uproarious moments and unforgettable characters. 2. **The Twelve Chairs (1970):** Embark on a madcap treasure hunt through Soviet Russia in this comedic gem that showcases Brooks' signature wit. 3. **Blazing Saddles (1974):** A wild, politically incorrect ride through the Old West that satirizes Hollywood conventions with fearless abandon. 4. **Young Frankenstein (1974):** A hilarious and loving homage to classic horror films, blending parody and homage seamlessly. 5. **Silent Movie (1976):** Brooks takes on the silent film era in a unique and uproarious comedy that pays tribute to Hollywood's golden age. 6. **High Anxiety (1977):** A clever parody of Alfred Hitchcock's films, brimming with suspense and comedic brilliance. 7. **History of the World, Part I (1981):** A laugh-out-loud journey through historical epochs, proving that history is best served with a side of humor. 8. **To Be or Not to Be (1983):** A comedic take on the challenges of acting and survival in Nazi-occupied Poland. 9. **Spaceballs (1987):** Brooks' irreverent take on the sci-fi genre, a space opera filled with memorable characters and iconic gags. 10. **Life Stinks (1991):** Watch as a wealthy businessman experiences life on the streets in this poignant yet humorous social commentary. 11. **Robin Hood: Men in Tights (1993):** Brooks' comedic twist on the legendary Robin Hood tale, filled with parody and slapstick humor. Each film on this list showcases Mel Brooks' unique comedic genius, blending satire, parody, and timeless humor. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to his work, these films promise laughter and a lasting appreciation for the art of comedy. Enjoy the ride through the comedic world of Mel Brooks!

[@gabemik]

Also “Dracula, Dead And Loving It”

[@charlessperling7031]

@@gabemik Thank you for saving me the trouble of mentioning it.

[@brickblizzard]

Merry Christmas Miranda…..glad you enjoyed the movie, lovely lady - John

[@benjaminmurray412]

Mel Brooks was responsible for a TV show I used to love watching called Get Smart, which was kind of a parody of the spy genre.

[@antrimlariot2386]

With Buck Henry.

[@gregoryeatroff8608]

Historical note: "stormtroopers" were specially trained Germany infantry in WWI tasked with making rapid assaults against enemy trenches. After the war Hitler organized paramilitary forces -- gangs to enforce Nazi power with knives and truncheons -- who he also called stormtroopers ("Sturm Abteilung" or "storm section" in German). They wore brown shirts and black pants as their uniform and are sometimes called "brownshirts" too. After Hitler took over Germany he purged the brownshirt leadership in "the night of the long knives." Real Game of Thrones stuff. The Stormtroopers in Star Wars are named after the real stormtroopers from German history. Lots of WWII German influence in the way imperial uniforms were designed in those movies too. Plenty of virtues in the Star Wars films, but subtlety was not among them.

[@jacobcarlsonWGO]

Another awesome reaction, Miranda! You should also react to Mel Brooks' To Be Or Not To Be. Keep up the good work!

[@christhornycroft3686]

And It's Good To Be The King. Both are that late 70s/early 80s disco-funk-rap, and sound similar. IGTBTK was actually made for the movie History of the World Part 1.

[@swagromancer]

I've been waiting for this for literal months. Christmas truly comes early this year.

[@6410daniel]

the man with cambells soup can necklace.. reminds me of movie you have to see if not already its a mad mad mad mad mad world... truly the title.. he is in that movie .. you will know him. please check it out Dan in toledo...ps Merry Christmas..... its twoo...

[@krislangley6226]

I lived in the Los Angeles suburb where the "Big W" palm trees were when I was little.

[@mikejankowski6321]

Delightful reaction again, you really enjoyed this and it shows. Brooks has such a way of poking things.

[@paulklenknyc]

Mel is 102 years old… I seriously want to contact him to share your outro after History of the World. It’s precious. Love you!

[@KentuckyBrad]

He's 97

[@paulklenknyc]

@@KentuckyBrad Oh, wow, I must have been thinking of Lucille Ball.

[@russellfarina9099]

Excellent. My favorite Mel Brooks movie. And you did it well. Thanks Miranda!

[@DumblyDorr]

I really enjoy your love of Mel Brooks. I got a feeling you'd develop a similar adoration for the inimitable Marx Brothers, who were a big influence on Brooks.

[@procopiusaugustus6231]

The Marx Brothers movies hold up pretty well despite being 90 years old.

[@erinesque1889]

I agree; Marx brothers is just a natural progression from Mel Brooks She will most definitely love the brothers

[@Vodhin]

You do realize that Mel is in the film (29:18) - he's the guard who sings "Don't be stupid, be a smarty! come and join the Nazi party!" He looks so young there, but you can tell by his voice...

[@FizzFop1]

Dick Shawn, who played LSD, had a heart attack and died on stage doing a comedy act. The audience didn't realize it...his last words were something to the effect "may I be struck by lighting." Immediately after saying it, he had a heart attack and collapsed on stage. The audience thought it was part of the act and gave him a standing round of applause. For a comedian, that must have been one of the greatest ways to go.

[@Eric_L_Laney]

It’s good to be the reactor. You are the best. 💯

[@Fast_Eddy_Magic]

You don't understand the financial part of it? Just remember one rule: NEVER PUT YOUR OWN MONEY INTO THE SHOOOOWWW!!! 😂

[@charlessperling7031]

So true! Rodgers & Hammerstein held to this rule with their shows...save for one, *Pipe Dream* in 1955. They lost a lot of money as a result.

[@fr57ujf]

I'm so sorry it was demonetized. I didn't think you showed that much of the film. It seems like KZbin is kind of fickle and keeps the creators guessing. I thoroughly enjoyed your review. Love to watch you laughing and enjoying yourself. You did a great job.

[@rexnerf]

High Anxiety is a great Mel Brooks film but you need to have seen a lot of Alfred Hitchcock films to really get it.

[@zadokthepriet]

Liking your video before even watching it because your reactions are Fantastic!

[@Boomerbox2024]

Another WONDERFUL reaction. Thank you. You are one of my favorite reactors and look forward to you reacting to the other productions of The Producers. I hope that you are familiar with the works of Alfred Hitchcock, like The Birds, Vertigo, and Psycho (all classics and well deserving of your reactions. High Anxiety is a spoof of Hitchcock's movies, and you will enjoy it so much more if you watch the other films FIRST. (Just a word to the wise) Keep up the great work, no one edits musicals as well as you do. Thank you again.

[@ofenomeno1381]

Your reactions are always amazing, great sense of humor!! You seem very genuine as well

[@bpora01]

Watch 'a funny thing happened on the way to the forum" for more zero mostel

[@jvgreendarmok]

I really like the way the opening credits are done, with the freeze-frames and the rising music interrupting the action. Both comical and musically satisfying. 🙂

[@robertmoore3948]

Try "A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum"

[@richardromney9205]

great format. good dodge of copy write. you tube fine. i loved it as a u tuber. visual and context of reaction. as seen. ill give you a wow on this. brought back memories. great edit. to you and your team thank you.

[@thegaymergirl]

Your love for mel brooks is so wholesome and precious! I have got to get on the mel brooks movie train! You have inspired me!

[@W4TB]

This one is often overlooked, it is an early work of Mel Brooks. Mel Brooks' film adaptation of "The Twelve Chairs" is a comedy that follows the misadventures of a former aristocrat and a roguish conman in Soviet Russia. The duo seeks a fortune hidden in one of twelve chairs. Brooks injects his signature humor into the story, creating a satirical and entertaining take on the original novel.

[@yournamehere6002]

Very underrated movie of his.

[@Ajrsax1]

Fun fact about the musical: It currently holds the record for most Tony's at 12.

[@harlanginsberg7269]

He was bribing the critic to insult him so he would get a bad review for the show.

[@jake1976]

You're going to love High Anxiety. Looking forward to your reaction.

[@acbenepe]

guess what Mr Brooks was doing in WWII. Propaganda films?....nope. Cushy desk job?....nope. Bomb defuser ?....yep.

[@christineirving4491pluviophile]

I love this film so much, it's one that I wil actually quote line for line. Thank you for reacting to this largely ignored gem.

[@rcrawford42]

If you haven't seen it, "Rosencranz and Guildenstern are Dead" is another good theater-centric movie. It's a surreal comedy built around "Hamlet".

[@harryrabbit2870]

Loved your reaction. This is one of my fave Brooks movies.

[@wwciii]

The Life of Brian is the perfect Christmas movie.

[@MarcosElMalo2]

The musical is great and all, but THIS!!! This movie is amazing.

[@shinyagumon7015]

What a great movie: funny, camp and very 60s but in a good way. Also you mentioning Star Wars because of the Storm Trooper line reminded me that Star Wars wasn't even a thing back than since it would only come out a decade later.

[@billdehappy1]

german Stoßtruppen from ww1 western from trenchwarfare name is from

[@charlessperling7031]

So much to catch on new viewings: the "open on Saturday night" line in the "Prisoners of Love" number echoes the famous claim that "satire is what closes on Saturday night." Your comment about the way the casual sometimes succeeds more than the calculatedly crafted reminded me of William Butler Yeats's "Adam's Curse": ‘A line will take us hours maybe; Yet if it does not seem a moment’s thought, Our stitching and unstitching has been naught.'

[@Gatewave]

You MUST react to the musical version as well! It’s such an amazingly fun evolution of this story. And in turn the stage production is also definitely worth seeing if you ever have the chance! The film of the musical does cut out a couple bits (there’s a nice opening number with max that is a deleted scene) and it’s just so fun to see it live with the right cast. I played Leo Bloom in one of my local theaters production of this several years back and it was the most fun ever ❤

[@RavenGlenn]

Absolutely agree! The musical is legitimately my favorite movie. It takes the original Producers and turns it up and adds so so much. The only thing missing is Gene. But Matthew Broderick plays the part very well.

[@jeffreysommer3292]

Glad you love it! The remake couldn't hold a candle to this original.

[@TheNeonRabbit]

Imagine people seeing this only 22 years after WWII (and the holocaust). Many in the audience would have lost family members, the war still being very fresh in their memories. Seeing Hitler singing and dancing now is silly but it would have been absolutely outrageous then, in worse taste than anything South Park has ever done today.

[@gabemik]

We are, as I type this about as far removed from 9/11 as the movie was from WW2.

[@eacaraxe]

People tend to forget it now, but this was actually more controversial for that reason than Blazing Saddles ever was. If I remember right, the ADL actually tried to boycott it -- if it wasn't the ADL themselves, it was another contemporary Jewish advocacy organization. Brooks was absolutely right then -- as he still is -- the best way to disempower fascism, Nazism, and Hitler's legacy is through the power of mockery.

[@stvdagger8074]

@@gabemik There has already been a musical about 9/11. "Come From Away"

[@gabemik]

@@stvdagger8074 Yes. I've seen it.

[@eddawg79]

The love for Mel Brooks can never be taken too far so never apologize for that. Love the Last Supper sweater still think you need the wall art. The only think better than Miranda game play is Miranda movie reactions, glad we got this video as a Christmas present. Hope everyone has an amazing day and Merry Christmas, wishing you all the best for 2024.

[@DragonWolfEntertainmentFilms]

Keep in mind, this came out just 22 years after WW2. So they were as close to it as we are to 2001, for comparison.

[@JeffreyCantelope]

Brilliant from start to finish!

[@CubsFan2023]

Yes, Mel Brooks did the songs for the Broadway musical. Not being music-literate, he hummed them into a tape recorder and had a friend transcribe them. Another hysterical Gene Wilder comedy you might enjoy is "Start the Revolution Without Me".

[@peterblood50]

Dick Shawn was a genius and one of my absolute favorite actor/comedians. RIP Dick 🙏❤

[@195511SM]

It's A Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World' also features Dick Shawn & just about every other famous comedian from the early 1960s. I saw it in a Cinema theater at around age 6.

[@treborretsnom6186]

My favorite!!! Glad you got to it👍🫡

[@Ibanezed210]

You will enjoy "Silent Movie" more than 'High Anxiety' so if you watch HA you definitely need to view Silent for it is a silent movie yet the writing is over the top hilarious. You will have tears in your eyes from laughing at the 'boardroom scene'.

[@ThePeaceableKingdom]

Zero Mostel was one of the greatest stage comedians of the mid century. He didn't make many appearances in movies or TV, but we have this to see his genius. He was Psuedolus in A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, which was clever, witty, suggestive, very very funny. Never miss a chance to see a stage production if it's ever on offer. You will laugh so much, so hard, that you will ache for days. It was made into a film, of course, but rather badly. Its clever wit was replaced with slapstick action scenes like car chases... excuse me, _chariot chases._ He's in a couple of other appearances, but this is his cinematic masterpiece. His real work was on Broadway throughout his career. One more thing you can thank Mel Brooks for - preserving Zero's oversized _(ahem!)_ comic presence in this performance.

[@arwiviv]

This is one of the funniest movies ever made, ive probably seen it 25 times at least. Good on you for reacting to it.

[@jaykaufman9782]

Not only was Gene Wilder a tremendous comedian and actor, he was one of the kindest, most loving people in the entertainment industry. The loving, beatific quality was there whenever he was on-screen -- even when he played "terrible," shouting bullies -- strongly recommend you do a reaction to his comedy "Start the Revolution Without Me," very much in the Mel Brooks vein though made by other filmmakers; Gene Wilder plays two roles in STRWM, including one-half of the sadistic, ruthless Corsican Brothers!

[@OriginalLictre]

A group that I was in were enormous fans of "The Producers", and dreaded the possible Broadway adaptation, until we learned that Mel Brooks would be tightly involved. We saw an off-Broadway traveling show of it, and nearly died laughing. I really look forward to watching your reaction to the musical movie adaptation of "The Producers".

[@TheBigJD100]

I saw the stage production of the musical and it is hilarious it wasn't on Broadway but it was touring around so I got to see it at my community theatre. They did an amazing job I hope you do get the chance to see the stage production live. You will not be disappointed.

[@sagefoole]

O!M!D!G!!! I love Mel Brooks as much as she does but it is like watching these movies for the first time, seeing them through her eyes!!!

[@murph69yum]

Love this and you! 😃😍😂

[@SeebsL]

I'd watch your reaction to the musical for sure!

[@robertryder3319]

Your infectious laughter and reactions made rewatching this classic memorable! Parts of this movie can be seen in the movies you have already covered by Master Brooks! LSD was popular in the 60s, happy to see it still has an effect on the younger generation too...Your new sweatshirt is a masterpiece in modern art. I'll be waiting for your next Brooks review!

[@SpectrumAnalysis]

I really recommend the musical remake too! It's great!

[@belvagurr403]

You HAVE to see Zero in A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum. The music is amazing and the comedy right up your alley.

[@thedeadman82988]

Merry Christmas Miranda and Toby!!!!

[@long-timesci-fienthusiast9626]

Hi Miranda, it was great to see you react to & enjoy this classic comedy, you are the first reactor I have come across that has reacted to it. I have enjoyed your exploration of Mel`s work. My first experience of his work was watching a `60`s Spy spoof Tv Series called (Get Smart) starring Don Adams. Although, I was too young to know it at that time. It made sense in later life when I first enjoyed his films & discovered he was behind one of my favourite childhood programs. I look forward to your next reaction. Merry Xmas to you & your family, Best Wishes for a Happy New Year in 2024 !! Compliments of the season to all your other subscribers, commentators & viewers. :)

[@josephscally6270]

I had the honor of seeing the Broadway production Which was absolutely spectacular.

[@DavidMichaelson-j7n]

My favorite Mel Brookes movie. And with one of my all time favorite actors. I saw him in his iconic role of Tevye in Fiddler on the roof at the Hollywood Bowl.

[@sakuram69]

I knew you’d love this lol I was hoping it was the musical one because I absolutely KNOW you will be madly in love with it, but this one is extremely fun as well. It was so brilliant for its own time. It has its own charms that you do not get from the remake, but then the remake has its own charms that this one can’t have. I can’t wait to see you continue your Mel Brooks journey and experience even more iconic humor that is just magical

[@xbubblehead]

Yes! High Anxiety is well worth a visit!

[@atimholt]

Oh, I just noticed the Middle Earth map blanket on your seat. I got the same one for Christmas from my brother.

[@yournamehere6002]

Well, now you have to see the film of the musical, as well as SILENT MOVIE and THE TWELVE CHAIRS!

[@christopherplummer1299]

Yes! You have gone back to the beginning for Mel Brooks movies! This is still my number one favorite from Brooks!

[@draygontaygen677]

There is another version of this film made in 2005, Yes Mel Brooks did it too. Uma Thurman is in the 2005 version.

[@thefleasofathousandcamels6498]

I love the Last Supper shirt. Brooks' waiter holding the serving tray to appear like a halo over Jesus' head is pure genius.

[@capstan50g]

Did you recognize Kenneth Mars as Inspector Kemp from Young Frankenstein? He's so good at larger-than-movies scenery chewing. The satire in this movie is so deep. Let's pause for a minute to appreciate the mastery of Gene Wilder. RIP, Gene. Great reaction, Miranda!

[@charlesmaurer6214]

Have a Merry Christmas hope Brooks gives you some holiday cheer.