Review of The Producers (1968) by Mark S — 07 Dec 2011
A Broadway producer and his accountant team up to make a flop as part of a get-rich-quick scheme.
Maybe it's because this film is an oft-imitated classic, but I found much of the plot and gags to be predictable. Zero Mostel's performance was over-the-top, and even Gene Wilder occasionally abandoned his deadpan, "I'm in a room with a bunch of crazy people and I'm becoming one of them" demeanor to over-act as well.
I did enjoy a few moments: Wilder's "I'm hysterical, and I'm wet, and I'm in pain!" and "Springtime for Hitler" dance number.
Overall, I think if I were alive and watching this film in 1968, I would be raving about it.
This review of The Producers (1968) was written by Mark S on 07 Dec 2011.
The Producers has generally received very positive reviews.
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