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Q1. Mel Brooks, the director and co-writer of Men in Tights, had his directorial debut with what film? Medium · 200 pts
The Producers (1967)
Mel Brooks got his directorial debut with The Producers (1967), which was later adapted into the Tony-winning stage musical and 2005 remake.
Q2. What was Mel Brooks' deliberate approach to the action sequences in 'Robin Hood: Men in Tights'? Medium · 200 pts
Low-budget comedic effects
Brooks deliberately chose comedic effect over realism, using intentionally low-budget special effects that emphasized humor rather than impressive stunts!
Q3. Before playing the bumbling Robin Hood, Cary Elwes was famous for which heroic swashbuckling role? Easy · 100 pts
Westley in The Princess Bride
Elwes deliberately plays Robin as less competent than his beloved Westley, creating a comedic contrast that subverts fan expectations!
Q4. Historically, Jewish immigrants to America often changed their names. What was the most common reason? Medium · 200 pts
To sound more American
Like the witch's family upgrading from 'shithouse' to 'latrine,' Jewish immigrants often Americanized names to blend in - though usually with better results!
Q5. What technique did Mel Brooks use to create the catapult launch effect in this scene? Medium · 200 pts
Practical springboard with hidden trampolines
Brooks chose deliberately low-tech practical effects over impressive CGI, using springboards and trampolines to launch the actor for maximum comedic effect!
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Unlike some other Robin Hoods, Cary Elwes' Robin of Loxley speaks with an English accent! He returns home from the crusades to find the evil Prince John (Richard Lewis) wreaking havoc. With help from his band of merry men, including Ahchoo (Dave Chappelle), Blinkin (Mark Blankfield), Will Scarlett O'Hara (Matthew Porretta), and Little John (Eric Allan Kramer), Robin Hood strives to regain his home, defeat the Prince, and woo the beautiful Maid Marian (Amy Yasbeck). Get ready for hilarious parody and thrilling action, courtesey of famed comedian Mel Brooks!
Written and directed by Mel Brooks, and starring Cary Elwes, Richard Lewis, Roger Rees, Amy Yasbeck, and Dave Chapelle, 'Robin Hood: Men in Tights' is a hilarious parody with a lot of heart, steam, and arrows. Join the fun and test your knowledge of other Mel Brooks comedies, the original Robin Hood legend, and more with our incredibly fun free online trivia game!
Directed by Mel Brooks · Starring Cary Elwes, Richard Lewis, Roger Rees
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