Mel Brooks Ranking

McLaren's F1 Success Analysis

Burke and Scott discussed their experiences with T-shirt printing services, with both expressing dissatisfaction with Teespring's customer service and Scott exploring alternatives like Printify. They also talked about Scott's car issues, including a missing headlight and plans to install new ones. The conversation then shifted to a detailed analysis of McLaren's Formula 1 success, highlighting their aerodynamic excellence, tire management, and strategic upgrades under CEO Zak Brown's leadership.

Scott and Burke's Casual Chat

Scott and Burke discussed various topics, including a skunk smell in Scott's house, Susanna Hoffs' career and personal life, and Burke's upcoming work day. They also talked about Scott's upcoming trip to Ohio, where he plans to visit the island and meet up with friends in Canton.

Ohio Restaurant and Movie Plans

Scott and Burke discussed their plans to try various restaurants on an island in Ohio, including Smiley's Cafe, Tippers, and Cameo's Wings. They also counted the number of movies Mel Brooks wrote, settling on 12 films. They agreed to include "Pause of Fury" in their list, despite some uncertainty about its inclusion.

Mel Brooks Movie Ranking Discussion

Scott and Burke discussed and ranked a list of Mel Brooks movies, starting with "The Producers" and moving chronologically through the director's filmography. They agreed to watch and discuss two movies they hadn't seen - "The Pink Panther" and "The Secret of My Success" - before ranking them. Burke noted that his list was in order of personal ranking while Scott's was in chronological order, and they decided to proceed with the chronological approach for their discussion.

Mel Brooks' Film Success Stories

Burke and Scott discussed Mel Brooks' filmography, focusing on "The Producers" (1967), which was initially rejected due to its controversial subject matter but became a critical and commercial success, winning an Academy Award for best original screenplay. They also discussed "Blazing Saddles" (1974), which faced studio resistance due to its racial humor but became a major success, proving Brooks' comedic prowess. Scott rated "The Producers" highly, while Burke placed it lower, and they agreed to further evaluate its ranking.

Mel Brooks Film Rankings

Burke and Scott discussed and ranked two Mel Brooks films, Young Frankenstein and Silent Movie, based on their personal preferences and critical reception. They noted Young Frankenstein's high audience and critic scores, its homage to classic horror films, and its influence on comedy films. Silent Movie, with its star-studded cast and budget of 4 million, was also praised for its success at the box office. They agreed to rank Young Frankenstein as their top choice, followed by Silent Movie, while considering other films for future discussion.

Mel Brooks' Parody Films Analysis

Burke and Scott discussed Mel Brooks' film "High Anxiety," which was a parody of Alfred Hitchcock's movies and was well-received both critically and commercially. They then talked about "History of the World, Part I," another Brooks film that featured a large cast and covered various historical periods with humor. The two films were compared, with Scott ranking "History of the World" higher than "High Anxiety." They also discussed "Spaceballs," a Brooks film that parodied "Star Wars" and was successful despite having a lower critic score than audience approval.

Mel Brooks' Film Rankings

Scott and Burke discussed Mel Brooks' filmography, ranking his movies from best to worst. They agreed on the top 10, with "Young Frankenstein" and "Blazing Saddles" at the top. They also discussed the box office performance and critical reception of various films, including "Spaceballs" and "Dracula: Dead and Loving It." The conversation included some humorous anecdotes about the making of "Life Stinks" and the international versions of "Robin Hood: Men in Tights." They concluded by agreeing to meet again at Put-in-Bay Island, where they planned to record new episodes of their podcast.