Blazing Saddles, is a bold, irreverent, and uproarious take on the Western genre, racism, and Hollywood itself and the least pc film you might ever find.

If you are sick of having Hollywood dictate what you can see or laugh at, you will love this timeless classic.  But if you get easily offended, this film will trigger you. Because Blazing Saddles has razor-sharp wit, and boundary-pushing humor.

From its anachronistic gags (like a jazz band performing in the Old West) to its meta-humor (the finale spills onto a Hollywood soundstage), the movie constantly surprises and delights. Blazing Saddles is a film that refuses to play by the rules. Brooks’ direction is fearless, using absurdity and exaggeration to expose the absurdity of racism and bigotry.

What makes this movie truly remarkable is its ability to tackle serious issues like racism and prejudice while maintaining a lighthearted, comedic tone. The film doesn’t shy away from using racial slurs or depicting the ignorance of its characters, but it does so with a purpose: to highlight the absurdity of racism and challenge the audience to confront their own biases. Brooks’ approach is both subversive and inclusive, using humor as a tool to unite rather than divide.

Each character adds to the film’s chaotic energy, creating a comedic ensemble that is as unforgettable as it is outrageous. While Blazing Saddles is undeniably a product of its time, its themes and humor remain relevant today. The film’s critique of systemic racism, political corruption, and Hollywood’s tendency to sanitize history feels just as potent now as it did in the 1970s.

A comedic tour de force that defies convention, Blazing Saddles challenges us to laugh at the absurdities of life. Its blend of slapstick, satire, and social commentary makes it a film that is as thought-provoking as it is hilarious. Whether you’re a fan of Westerns, comedy, or just great storytelling, Blazing Saddles is a must-watch—a film that proves laughter can be a powerful weapon against ignorance and prejudice.

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This is the story of a lecturing Dr. Frankenstein, named Frederick who is grandson to the infamous lunatic Dr. Frankenstein. (Part of the reason for making this film in black in white is to capture another epoch more realistically for 1970s audiences). Frederick, changes his name’s pronunciation in order to distance himself from his infamous relative. At the death of his great-grandfather…(how old would he be?)…he inherits a Transylvanian (wait ? that’s Dracula!) manor and goes to check it out. There he discovers the laboratory and notebooks of his troublesome forefather and for the first time in his life sees the man’s work as genius instead of an embarrassment. He decides to continue his research and hi-jinks ensue.

Gene Wilder is joined by other well known comedians of his era including Gene Hackman (Lex Luther of Superman), Terri Garr (Tootsie, Mr.Mom), Cloris Leechman (Phyllis of Mary Tyler Moore show), and Madeline Khan, who starred in 4 different Mel Brooks films. Peter Boyle, better known today for Everybody loves Raymond, played the monster.

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