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MGM brings Mel Brooks' science fiction farce Spaceballs to DVD with both widescreen and standard versions on the same disc, and 5.1 Surround Sound, though the movie's lackluster production values make it difficult to discern the quality of the transfer. Still, for fans of actor/writer/director Brooks, the full-length commentary (originally recorded for the laserdisc release) includes his trademark quips and a genuine appreciation of the actors and other collaborators on the film. He has an amazing memory for the details of their careers before and after working with him. It's also refreshing for a director to mock his own work, as well as laugh at the comic bits he has undoubtedly seen dozens of times. In a brief behind-the-scenes featurette, cast members John Candy, Rick Moranis, and others talk about the pleasure of working with Brooks and share stories of on-set goofiness. Basically, for fans of Brooks' unique comic sensibilities, the DVD makes a worthwhile evening's entertainment.
 
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Better than Men In Tights
on September 13, 2013
Posted by: thedougdoug
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I love this movie! This was one of Mel's best shows, and I've seen nearly all of his stuff.
Those of you who know Brooks-"Lord Dark Helmet" in tone and schtick is a 're-invention' of Ron Rifkin's "Prince John" in "When Things were Rotten". It was as if Brooks told Rick Moranis, "Remember how Rifkin did Prince John? That's what I want. Do that."
Daphne Zuniga was spot on, and gorgeous. John Candy was perfect.
All in all, a great show.
My Best Buy number: 2185036102
My Best Buy number: 2185036102
What's great about it: Mel Brooks
What's not so great: No Spock
I would recommend this to a friend!
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I knew what I was buying
on September 13, 2013
Posted by: thedougdoug
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Verified Purchase:Yes
I saw this in the theater when it came out, and enjoyed it.
Had it in video-VHS/DVD and was hoping the Blu-ray would have improved picture. Actually, for what it is, it is okay, but the Blu-ray mastering exposed how weak the production values were-the carnival scenes must have cost them about 12 bucks.
The best part of the show? Bernadette Peters-she was gorgeous in this, and deserved a better movie.
My Best Buy number: 2185036102
My Best Buy number: 2185036102
What's great about it: comedy bits
What's not so great: old, old jokes
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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