Film Diary: Blazing Saddles
May 19, 2008 6:52 am Film Diaries - Libby2007
Director: Mel Brooks
Viewed: May 16, 2008
Format: DVD - Warner Bros. (2004)
I’ve heard this called one of the stupidest movies of the 20th century–and it was meant as a compliment. I would never call Mel Brooks stupid. Even his grossest moments are matched with rapid-fire dialog, flawless slapstick, and hilariously catchy musical numbers. However in terms of films that are “good-stupid,” this is one of two truly classic Brooks comedies (the other being Young Frankenstein). I’ve seen it about 600,000 times, and I still enjoy every joke, every filthy reference, every fart. And when Mongo punches the horse, I laugh out loud every time.
