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[–] Vinny_93@lemmy.world 32 points 5 months ago

It may not have withstood the test of time like Airplane! or Hot Shots!, but this is definitely still one of the best movies in the genre. But to be honest, Cary Elwes carries this entire movie. Dave Chappelle does a decent job but no more than that.

[–] Etterra@lemmy.world 23 points 5 months ago

In this movie is a golden classic. Not quite as good as Spaceballs, but I mean that movie was a fucking comedy masterpiece.

[–] undeadfoodsnob@lemmy.world 14 points 5 months ago (1 children)

"Wasn't your... didn't your mole used to be on the other side?

I have a MOLE?"

Not the best Mel Brooks movie, but it still hits hard.

[–] Bartsbigbugbag@lemmy.ml 5 points 5 months ago

I think it is the best Mel Brooks movie, personally. But that may be partially nostalgia.

[–] Thade780@lemmy.world 13 points 5 months ago (2 children)

I remember watching this as a teenager in the theatre, it was the best thing ever. Tried watching it again last year, and had to stop for how cringe it was. Better left to memories for me.

[–] criitz@reddthat.com 17 points 5 months ago

I will rewatch this forever! This is a GOAT comedy. What made you cringe? It is campy.

[–] Outsider9042@lemmy.world 9 points 5 months ago (2 children)

It’s a Mel Brooks movie, it’s par for the course. Next thing you’ll tell me the Carry On movies are cringe too.

[–] Thade780@lemmy.world 6 points 5 months ago (1 children)

I wouldn't go that far. IMHO, Young Frankenstein is still as fresh as the day it was released.

[–] Outsider9042@lemmy.world 2 points 5 months ago (1 children)

Don’t get me wrong, I love Mel Brooks movies. But he has a unique sense of humour, and I can understand how some people would find it cringey.

[–] Thade780@lemmy.world 1 points 5 months ago

Oh, absolutely no worries. Let's just say that for me, what was fun when I was a teen (I'm in my 40s now) just isn't the same now. Out of all of his movies the only one I have issues with is just Men in Tights.

I honestly don't even know how to explain what the issue is, other than saying I find it cringey. Sorry. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

[–] VaultBoyNewVegas@lemmy.world 4 points 5 months ago (1 children)

Nah, I watched blazing saddles for the first time a couple years ago and loved it and I rewatched it again this year and it was still funny.

[–] Anticorp@lemmy.world 2 points 5 months ago

I bought it and watch it every year.

[–] Anticorp@lemmy.world 10 points 5 months ago

"Because unlike some other Robin Hoods, I can actually speak in an English accent!"

[–] ZombiFrancis@sh.itjust.works 3 points 5 months ago

Ah Mel Brooks being filthy on a PG rating.

[–] hOrni@lemmy.world 3 points 5 months ago

I love this movie. As cheesy as it is hilarious. So full of great lines, it's hard to pick a favourite. The title alone makes me laugh.

[–] Entitle9294@lemmy.world 1 points 5 months ago

...if it were you, it would be twerrific!