Silent Movie

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Jacob B Wait, is this the ACTUAL first comedy of the "[Genre] Movie" mold predating Scary Movie by 34 years? No, I think the honour of the first of those kinds of spoof films actually goes to Spy Hard. Silent Movie is more of an homage to the movies from the Golden Age of Hollywood rather than a parody film. At the very least, it avoids shoehorning in pop culture references for potential new IPs, an issue those later films would eventually devolve into. But if you're curious what I think about the film...yep, Silent Movie is pretty good. Probably one of the more underrated Mel Brooks films. Great comedic timing, well-choreographed sequences, actors playing themselves doing a good job in self-deprecating roles and Brooks being truly ahead of his time: making meta movies before they were cool. How else can you describe a movie about Mel Brooks/Funn pitching the first silent film in 40 years and getting the biggest actors of the time to be in it to persuade the Studio Executive to greenlight it? Of course, I figure the back-to-back hits of Blazing Saddles and Young Frankenstein gave Brooks considerably more clout in real life than his self-insert in this movie but it doesn't change the fact that the main selling point inside and outside the film is the fact that it's bereft of dialogue in an age where such films are deemed obsolete. All in all, a silly yet fun comedy that needs more love. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 05/14/25 Full Review Andrew L Mel Brooks's forgotten film pays homage to the old silent movies with tons of Easter Eggs while making all of us laugh. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 02/23/25 Full Review thiago s Filme mais ou menos, o roteiro é bacaninha, o bom desse filme é que ele trás um multiverso colocando coisas da vida real para o filme, o ruim é que o filme faz piadas merdas de charlie Chaplin, e do cinema antigo com algumas cenas muito rapidas, eu não recomendo por causa que o filme tem piadas ruins, esse muitiverso de entrar no filme foi o que salvou o filme. Rated 1/5 Stars •  Rated 1 out of 5 stars 01/12/25 Full Review Alec B One of Brooks' most underrated movies, as there are some truly inspired gags (the carousel scene in particular is wonderfully outrageous) and the meta commentary is still relevant. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/05/24 Full Review matthias s "Silent Movie" is a delightful three-star gem that brings back the uproarious charm of slapstick humor, transporting me back to the golden age of silent cinema. From start to finish, I found myself thoroughly entertained by the film's clever execution of the silent film style. Mel Brooks, a master of comedy, adds his classic touch to every scene, delivering laughs through perfectly timed gestures and expressions. The film's dedication to the silent film era is commendable, showcasing great talent, fun cameo's and wit that kept me in stitches throughout. With a nostalgic nod to the past and a contemporary twist, "Silent Movie" pays tribute to the art of non-verbal storytelling. If you're seeking a lighthearted and fun experience, this film is a must-watch, providing a timeless escape into the magical world of classic laughter and entertainment. Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 11/11/23 Full Review Audience Member 7/10 ok, it is what it is, easily watched Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 01/18/23 Full Review Read all reviews

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