Review of The Producers (1968) by Grant S — 28 Dec 2013
Mel Brooks' debut as a movie director and writer, and what a debut it was! Set the tone for all his movies - great slapstick, over-the-top, but not silly comedy. Clever plot, intelligently directed. Possibly needs to be longer - you feel there is still a lot to be milked out of the idea, and a few more details would not drag on the movie.
Great performances all round. Zero Mostel and Gene Wilder are superb in the lead roles. Casting is spot-on.
This review of The Producers (1968) was written by Grant S on 28 Dec 2013.
The Producers has generally received very positive reviews.
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