Tomorrow is the birthday of one of the great movie directors and writers, Mel Brooks. Brooks’ ability to use comedy to tell a story is amazing. He addressed numerous social issues with his comedies.
Many of the movies he made over the years couldn’t be made today. They wouldn’t be sensitive enough . Blazing Saddles alone would get a writer and director black balled for life in Hollywood in today’s culture.
Happy (one day early) Birthday Mr. Brooks. You have made me laugh over and over and over.
Stay Geeky!