Mel Brooks' controversial comedy classic flaming saddles The film will return to theaters nationwide courtesy of Fathom Events and Warner Bros. later this month. In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the groundbreaking comedy, this Fathom Big Screen Classic also includes a special introduction by film critic and historian Leonard Maltin. flaming saddles It will return to the big screen for a limited run on September 15 and September 18.Tickets are available for purchase now via Fathom Events.
A satirical Western film, directed by Mel Brooks, that makes fun of everything and everything. In collaboration with evil businessman Hedley Lamarr (Harvey Korman), a corrupt governor, Libertarian (Brooks), plans to grant a reprieve to an African-American prisoner (Cleavon Little), on the condition that the convict agrees to serve as sheriff of a small western town – with the intention that the new lawman will live long enough to provide for the governor and his guardian.
The hit comedy also stars Gene Wilder, Slim Pickens, Madeline Kahn, Dom DeLuise, Count Bessie, and David Huddleston, and received three Academy Award nominations including Best Supporting Actress for Kahn, and Best Original Song for the beloved title song.
Blazing Saddles is now considered one of the greatest comedies of all time.
It is now considered one of the greatest comedies ever made thanks to its bold and provocative humor. flaming saddles This film remains one of the best works of comedy maestro Mel Brooks. Although the film received somewhat mixed reviews at the time, the comedy is now considered a great example of the genre. This is largely due to the cleverly crafted humor that disguises itself as something more ridiculous and skillfully makes fun of everyone…with some not realizing they are being made fun of.
Each Big Screen Classic screening includes an exclusive introduction from film historian Leonard Maltin, discussing the film's timeless humor and its enduring legacy as one of the greatest comedies of all time.
One more time flaming saddles Hits will return to theaters nationwide for its 50th anniversary celebration on Sunday, September 15 at 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. CT; and Wednesday, September 18 at 7:00 p.m. CT. Tickets for the event can be purchased from Fathom Events or at the box office at participating theaters. For a full list of theater locations, visit the Fathom Events website (theatre locations are subject to change). You can watch a trailer for the event below..
