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Film Cult Films: Mel Brooks. Mel Brooks Melvin “Max” James Kaminsky Army Born: June 28, 1926 (87) Film Biz: 1949-Present 4 kids Married twice (Florence,

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1 Film Cult Films: Mel Brooks

2 Mel Brooks Melvin “Max” James Kaminsky Army Born: June 28, 1926 (87) Film Biz: 1949-Present 4 kids Married twice (Florence, 1953-1962 and Anne, 1964- 2005) Into Farce and Parody He has won an Emmy, Garmmy, an Oscar, and a Tony (WOW) Three of his films – top 100 of all time (Blazing Saddles #6, The Producers #11, Young Frankenstein #13)

3 What Makes this a Cult Film? THE PEOPLE!!!!

4 Cult Fans His farces are so clever, that he has developed an extreme fan base “Mel Brooks” goes a long way in film! Actors Company of actors and writers that he relies on

5 Spaceballs Summary: Planet is out of air. Kidnap princess for ransom of air. Dad hires guys to bring her back. Parody on NOT ONLY Star Wars, but other movies

6 Assessment What make this a cult movie? Characterization Genre Identification Theme Identification Quote Analysis Bonus: Be familiar with Star Wars!

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