BLAZING SADDLES was released 52 years ago today. Acclaimed as one of the great comedies of the 1970s, and among the most popular of director Mel Brooks, the story of how it was made is a cascading waterfall of creative alternatives...

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how do i start a post?
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are we awake? i don't know, are we black? best scene
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I'm confused. I thought the movie was rated R. Did they do the cuts to get it to PG? Love your work!
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Wasn’t the Rock Ridge set also used in Westworld?
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If thats true thats fantastic 🤣
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👀 @hisroyalmadjesty.bsky.social
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A top five film.
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No need for “of the 70s” there 😀
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The concept originated from Andrew Bergman's 1971 treatment Tex X, purchased by Warner Bros. for $50,000. It was bought as a vehicle for blacklisted comedian Dick Gregory to lead, but plans soon changed.

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Producer Michael Hertzberg recognised Mel Brooks' unique ability to handle racial satire after The Producers released to huge acclaim in 1967, recruiting him in 1972 as director following Gregory's departure.

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