A Mel Brooks classic, rivalling Spaceballs and Blazing Saddles!
A spoof history lesson here from the comic director Mel Brooks, following the days of the early man, to ancient Rome, the Spanish Inquisition, and the French Revolution. Starring Mel Brooks, Gregory Hines, and Dom DeLuise, it is an hilarious adventure full of brilliant slapstick, great characters, and anarchic adventure.
The film uses a typical Brooks structure, and fails to take itself too seriously. Some excellent sets and backdrops are used, giving an almost theatre aspect to the film, which works well with the panto feel to the storyline.
Do not expect any attachment to the characters, or to see any great performances, but expect a few laugh out loud moments, and some aching sides.
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