To appreciate what’s coming, it feels necessary to approach with a certain reverence. Mel Brooks directs and co-writes Young Frankenstein alongside Gene Wilder. The film features performances from Wilder, Marty Feldman, Peter Boyle, Teri Garr, and Madeline Kahn; John Morris handled the music, while Gerald Hirschfeld served as cinematographer. Shot in black and white, Brook’s movie is a loving parody of the Frankenstein films that Universal Studios produced during the nineteen thirties. There wolf, there castle. People generally fall into two camps when it comes to Mel Brooks – you either love his work or you don't; there isn’t much room for neutrality. Even those who are big fans will concede that not every project he’s done has been a complete success, but when he hits the mark, as he did in 1974 (the same year Blazing Saddles was released), it's easy to understand why some consider him a master of spoof. It might feel somewhat mild by today's standards, but Young Frankenstein remains an example of excellent comedy and skillful filmmaking. The acting is superb, the jokes are funny both visually and audibly, and the design of the Frankenstein castle is impressive. There’s also a well-constructed plot; it isn’t just a collection of scenes taken from those older Universal monster movies—it puts its own spin on the story and includes some truly unforgettable moments (Puttin' on the Ritzzzzzzzz, Oh my!). It certainly reflects the era in which it was made, but it remains enjoyable for anyone who appreciates Mel Brooks’ humor. 8/10

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