It’s been a hot minute since Why the Flick? had a monthly theme. Thankfully your three favorite accidental geniuses have come up with something special to keep you entertained over the next four weeks: introducing Monster Mania May! To kick things off, we knew we had to take it back to the classic universal monsters. Our first pick may not be one of the cinematic OGs, but it certainly was inspired by them which brings us to Young Frankenstein (1974). Mel Brooks and Gene Wilder’s parody of the reanimated neck-bolted monster (or zipper in this case) not only pays tribute to both Mary Shelley’s novel and the 1930s Hollywood films, but adds in a fresh mix of comedic elements—everything from witty puns to even a perfectly choreographed dance number. On our latest episode, we’re breaking down this cult classic while sharing our funniest moments, exploring the choice to film in black and white, and talking love cubes.
Resources
https://theasc.com/articles/the-story-behind-the-filming-of-young-frankenstein
https://www.moviemaker.com/young-frankenstein-article/
https://screenrant.com/young-frankenstein-behind-scenes-facts/