Fun Trivia : Brooks, Mel

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Brooks, Mel

What is Mel Brooks' real name?

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Melvin Kaminsky. Mel Brooks was born into a Russian Jewish family as Melvin Kaminsky in Brooklyn, New York.



What is the name of Brooks' production company?

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Brooksfilms. Not only does Brooks produce his own films, Brooksfilms has also produced many notable films including The Elephant Man which was nominated for eight Academy Awards in 1980.



Finish this quote: 'Achtung! No dingding without ____________'?

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the wedding ring. Broomhilde says this when Robin tries to kiss Maid Marian.



What color is ludicrous speed?

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plaid. 'We've gone plaid!' 'Spaceballs'.



When was Mel Brooks born?

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June 28, 1926.



Finish this quote from 'Dracula : Dead and Loving It': 'Give him an enema'. 'An enema?' 'Yes, it will give him _______________'?

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a feeling of accomplishment. From 'Dracula: Dead and Loving It'.



Who did Mel Brooks marry in 1964?

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Anne Bancroft.



Who played Renfield in 'Dracula: Dead and Loving It'?

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Peter MacNicol. Peter MacNicol also plays The Biscuit on 'Ally McBeal'.



Finish this quote: 'Can't be more 'n ________________'?

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114. Burton Gilliam, who played Lyle in Blazing Saddles, said 'You'd think it was more than 120 degrees. Can't be more than a 114'. Slim Pickens, who played Taggart, comes riding up shortly thereafter.



Finish this quote: 'It's good to be the ____________'?

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king. This is said in 'Robin Hood: Men in Tights' as well as in 'History of the World: Part I'. Dracula says, 'It's good to be dead' as a reference in 'Dracula: Dead and Loving It'.



In 'Spaceballs,' what was the combination of the air sheild?

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1-2-3-4-5. Dark Helmet: 'What kind of idiot would have 1-2-3-4-5 as a combination'? President Skroob: '1-2-3-4-5? That's the combination on my luggage'.



Which actor won a Tony Award for playing Max Bialystock?

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Nathan Lane. 'The Producers' has become the hottest ticket on Broadway!



What was 'The Producers' original title?

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Springtime for Hitler. It was released internationally as 'Springtime for Hitler'.



What character says this: 'Oh, you men are all alike. Seven or eight quick ones and you're off with the boys to boast and brag. You better keep your mouth shut! Oh, I think I love him'?

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Elizabeth. Elizabeth, played by Madeline Kahn, says this in 'Young Frankenstein'.



Finish this quote: 'Springtime for Hitler and Germany, Winter for ___________'?

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Poland and France.



Who do the Spaceballs actually capture when Lone Star and Barf save Princess Vespa?

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their stunt doubles.



What movie is this quote from: 'Shhh. It's okay. It's just a man and his horse being hung outside'?

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Blazing Saddles. Hedley Lamarr says this to Taggart when the executioner makes too much noise and scares him.