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11:55 You are 100% correct. Gene's line, "You know, morons," was an ad-lib, and that was a genuine laugh by Cleavon Little.

Kacee's face at the first use of the 'N' word had me laugh so hard, I had tears in my eyes...! 🤣 Back in the mid 80's, I was invited to a female friends engagement party, I knew only a couple of other friends who were going... it wasn't until I walked in, I realized that I was the only Black guy there so I cracked the line "Where the White women at..?" It did help ease a bit of the initial tension...! 😁😁

I've heard that Mel Brooks was asked if he thought Blazing Saddles could be made today and he said it couldn't be made when we did it but we did it anyway to him the satire and being able to bring to light the stupidity of racism and bigotry through comedy was worth the risk

“Hey where all the white women at?” I still die at that line🤣🤣🤣🤣! This whole movie is basically Looney Toons Rated R

18:00 Randolph Scott was an immensely popular actor, best known for playing the lead in Westerns.

This movie is pure genius. Portray all the racists as idiots. Make fun of the stupidity of racism and do it while people are laughing along with the film

Im so glad you guys caught the "they said you was hung" joke. A lot people miss it cuz they just threw it in there and just happens so fast.

Madeline Kahn character was based on Marlene Dietrich' movie roles in several westerns. She had a bit of a husky voice. Randolf Scott played a rough, tough guy in many older western movies. A number of old westerns, the hero rode off into the sunset.

The reason Genes character was able to just leave the jail was because for a long time public drunkenness was punishable by a night in jail and theyd leave in the morning once they were sober.

You don’t NEED to make Blazing Saddles today. Because Blazing Saddles did it’s job incredibly well, shaming the movies it made fun of into not existing anymore. 😂

George Randolph Scott (January 23, 1898 - March 2, 1987) was an American film actor whose career spanned the years from 1928 to 1962. As a leading man for all but the first three years of his cinematic career, Scott appeared in a variety of genres, including social dramas, crime dramas, comedies, musicals (albeit in non-singing and non-dancing roles), adventure tales, war films, and a few horror and fantasy films. However, his most enduring image is that of the tall-in-the-saddle Western hero. Out of his more than 100 film appearances over 60 were in Westerns.[1] According to editor Edward Boscombe, "...Of all the major stars whose name was associated with the Western, Scott [was] most closely identified with it."[1]

11:55 good call, that was indeed a real laugh, they didn't tell him the line and the setting was starting to get to him so when he heard it it broke the tension perfectly

RIP Alex Karras, Carol Arthur, Cleavon Little, David Huddleston, Dom DeLuise, John Hillerman, Jack Starrett, Liam Dunn, Madeline Kahn, Richard Collier, and Slim Pickens.

I'm sure there'll be plenty of people who'll say this movie is funny because it's not "PC." That's not what makes this movie amazing. It's the great directing, the memorable characters, and the top notch writing that makes this a great film. How about, instead of claiming that this movie is only good because of the time period and environment it was created, we give credit to the actors, writers, and everyone else who worked hard to give us this masterpiece.

I do not think I have ever heard so much laughter during a film reaction. "The humor back then was different " HAHAHAHA. Love you two!!!

Mel Brooks at 96 or 97, The dim witted henchman named Lyle ( portrayed by the 84 yr old Burton Gilliam ) the Gov's secretary Robyn Hilton and the small black child during Sheriff Bart's flash back story portrayed by Rodney Allen Rippey are the only cast members who are still alive from the original credited cast.

There is a story that at a crew meeting Brooks said that it was OK to offend people as long as you offend everyone. Then a crew member spoke up and said that he was Irish and hadn't been offended. So Brooks added a line to offend the Irish. 20:45

12:22 Yep, you can definitely train a horse to do that. I used to work at Medieval Times back in the late 90s, and shortly before I got hired there, they had a part of the show where an "ambassador" shows up and rides around the arena... the joke of it was the ambassado was drunk, and so was the horse (the horse's name was Dennis). They taught him to stumble and sway around during this part of the show, and also trained him to fall over similar to that shot in the movie. Smartest damn horse I ever saw, lol. My brother (who worked there a before I did) said he could even add up the number of fingers you held up and would stomp the answer with his hooves.

I'm really tired of people saying this movie couldn't be made today. Making fun of racists is always acceptable. And considering everyone's reaction videos, it is still funny. It's not like there wasn't people upset at this film when the movie came out. We had Django, before that south park, before that George Carlin. Great reaction though. You actually picked up the forth wall breaking faster than many others I have seen.

Tombstone is terrific - should be seen - Unforgiven is another western that should be seen, and it kind of flips the genre around (one of Clint Eastwood's best, in my opinion) - if you liked Blazing Saddles, History of the World, Pt 1 is also hilarious

Long ago when teachers would catch students chewing gum in class (against the rules), they would ask those students if they brought enough for the whole class. The answer would be “no” and they’d be sent to the principal. Apparently, it was more iconic than I realized.

God I love this movie. Clevon Little threatening himself always cracks me up. Funniest scene ever. So glad you caught the "They said you was hung" joke.

"Where the white women at?" Best and most hilarious line ever. That scene still cracks me up to this day.

During a later interview in the 2000's Mell Brookes was asked, "You couldn't make that movie today. His reply was. We were told we couldn't make that movie in 1974. So, we did 😅

I love Mel Brooks so much. My favorite is Robin Hood Men In Tights. That movie makes me laugh so hard my sides hurt for hours after lol

A great western you'd both probably enjoy is Silverado, which has an all-star cast. And for a different take on a western, Quigley Down Under, starring Tom Selleck. If you want more Gene Wilder westerns, try The Frisco Kid, which also stars Harrison Ford.

This movie doesn't just break the fourth wall; it knocks it to the floor shatters it and dances on the pieces.

The way they rail workers out smart the supervisors into singing and dancing around is one of the most underrated scenes imo.

randoulph scott is (apparently) a westerns actor that was exceedingly popular back in the day.

Anthony you already know how lucky you are but Kacee is so beautiful! And Kacee you are super lucky cause Anthony is so handsome! You two are great. All the love to yall!

This is a perfect example of how to make a film that is critical in many ways while still being funny and intelligent. The world needs more directors like Mel Brooks.

Randolph Scott was a legendary western actor between the 1940s and early 1960s.

Luv you guys you’re one of the few REAL reactors that do not come out fake!!! Luv u guys!!!!

The Hangman is also in the movie "Robin Hood man in tights" Another Mel Brooks one. George Randolph Scott (January 23, 1898 - March 2, 1987) was an American film actor, his most enduring image is that of the tall-in-the-saddle Western hero. Out of his more than 100 film appearances over 60 were in Westerns Taken from his wiki page

At 26:26 when Headly comes running out there’s a man standing on the corner. The street had been closed but this guy unknowingly walked right on up. They didn’t notice him until later and had to track him down to sign papers. Also, the funny thing about the Hitler but. If you know your history, as Hitler realized it was over and he’d lost, he hid in his bunker then killed himself. So when the other asks him how long he has left, he replies with. “They lose me right after the bunker scene”. It’s just hilarious. Or maybe my sense of humor is a touch too dark.

To answer your question, no, Harvey Korman was not nominated for Best Supporting Actor for this film. But Madeline Kahn was. 😄

If you want to see a great western Tombstone is the one to watch and you definitely need to see Young Frankenstein and I would throw in Robin Hood Men in Tights as an additional Mel Brooks movie to see as well a little more modern 90s instead of 70s

Kacee Yes, that was trained stunt horse with a stuntman (handler) during the horse punching scene by Mongo (Alex Karras) You and Anthony noticed when townie (stuntman) pulled the reins signal the horse to fall safely on the ground. Alex Karras (Mongo) does not actually hit the horse. Stunt coordinator with his crew shows Alex how to simulate hitting the horse without harming the horse. Sound effect of the punch added in post-production.

Love your two’s videos!! I had a classmate who’s last name was Cavozos (won’t say first name for privacy) and he was a best friend when we were in 1st-5th grade!! I haven’t seen him since his family moved 😢

Many dont know that Mongo was played by Alex karras who was selected NFL's first all pro 4 times and second all pro 8 times and 4 Pro Bowl games 4 times. He played 161 games for the Detroit Lions from 1958 to 1970. and inducted into the NFL Football hall Of Fame. He also was a professional wrestler, actor and sports announcer.

SOMEBODYS GOTTA GO BACK TO TOWN & GET A SHITLOAD OF DIMES

'They couldn't make that movie today.' Mel Brooks once said something along the lines of, 'we couldn't make it back then either' in an interview years later. The important thing to remember is that everyone who uses a racial slur is portrayed as either stupid and evil (all the villains), or just ignorant (the town folk, who learn better and come around to love Bart). In the end Mel Brooks didn't just parody westerns, he also made a very effective parody of racism. I was 11 or 12 when this movie came out, and because it was rated R I begged my mom to take me to go see it in the theater. We both laughed so much, I remember her almost falling out of her seat during the campfire scene, she was laughing so hard. It became a tradition for us to go see all the other Mel Brooks films together throughout the 70s, and Blazing Saddles remains one of my favorite memories.

My Name is Nobody!!! Love this western and totally underrated. banger!!!!

It was a real laugh. The "morons" line was improved by Gene Wilder

If you want a cowboy movie (it is a comedy), I highly recommend The Villain 1979 - Arnold Schwarzenegger, Kirk Douglas, and Ann Margaret - need I say more?

Love this comedy classic. Mel Brooks is the man. True Grit (1969), Orca: The Killer Whale (1977), The Crow and The Count of Monte Cristo (2002) are recommended movies about revenge for y’all

Tombstone or Unforgiven. But definitely Young Frankenstein first

Mongo is played by Alex Karras, he was a well known NFL player. I wasn't born when this came out but in the 80's I know him as a football commentator. Also Randolph Scott was an actor who played in 60 western movies, he almost always played a sherriff in them all, so that was the reference.

Mel Brooks has a nack for comedy. While some of the jokes could be seen as offensive to those with modern sensibilities they were made not to be exclusive to others but rather inclusive. That is the magic of Comedy, it brings people together. I was lucky enough to meet Mel Brooks a year ago when he was signing his book "All About Me".

19:10 No matter HOW many times I see this movie, that one scene ALWAYS gets me laughing. And it looked like she almost hurt herself laughing there too.

Absolutely yes on the tombstone. Great flick

The people being "morons" line was improved, that's why Bart's laugh looked so authentic

YES! Young Frankenstein for sure. That is my favorite of his movies even though I really like this one. Great reaction.

Back then we had things like "parody" and "context" and "sarcasm," which were incorporated into a genre of films we called comedy. Now audiences are simply expected to react. Like houseplants. But I'm not bitter. 😁

YES, please watch Tombstone. Its one of THE best movies for the genre. seriously.

The Gold, the Bad and the Ugly, The Lawman, Two great Westerns

always love seeing this reaction pop up on new channels

Burt Gilliam became famous for that campfire scene. He was the first person to fart in a major motion picture ever! Breaking the gas ceiling at last (no more holding it in)!

Barts laugh was indeed a real laugh. Nice catch

Frankie Laine sings the title/ theme song. Mel Brooks wasn't sure if he would do it because Laine didn't know the film was an "R" rated parody. Laine was chosen because he was a renowned singer in Western films.

I was 7 years old when my mom took me to see this in the theatre

this is one of my favorite comedy movies of all time.

Thank you for reminding me of how much i love this movie. It still holds up. Its very cleaver and another Mel Brooks CLASSIC!!!

Unless you are already familiar with Western movies from the 1930's through 1960's, many references to famous actors and nods to the scenes from movies they were in will sail right over your heads. "Blazing Saddles" came out when the viewing audience would be very familiar with the old movies and stars.

Part of the movie they skip was that Bart did more than the candy gram to take out Mongo but they don't show it all .

Phenomenal how you laugh as you got by the YT authoritarians. My new favorite channel ;)

I think it’s funny how Madeline Kahn’s characters are size-queens in three of Mel Brooks movies.

The conversation between Jim & Bart where Jim says “morons” was adlibbed by Gene Wilder so Clevon’s reaction was real. The song that Lily sings according to Mel Brooks was the dirtiest song he’s ever written.

Young Frankenstein and History of the World.

If you haven't already seen it, I'd highly recommend checking out 'Young Frankenstein'. It's another Mel Brooks movie who's basic plot was suggested by Gene Wilder while they were making 'Blazing Saddles'. Other Mel Brooks movies I'd also recommend checking out include 'Spaceballs', which is patterned on the original Star Wars trilogy with references to other sci-fi movies thrown in, and 'Robin Hood: Men in Tights', which is patterned after 'Robin Hood: Price of Thieves' staring Kevin Costner, so you may want to watch that one first.

Absolutely do reactions to Spaceballs, Young Frankenstein and Robin Hood: Men in Tights, just make sure you've seen Kevin Costner's, Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, since it's the movie it most directly parodies.

I really enjoyed watching the two of you watching and enjoying this classic comedy. I saw it in the theaters when it was first released. Probably the best anti-racist film ever made.

The script was written by Mel Brooks and Richard Pryor, whom the studio did not want working on the film. So Mel Brooks didn't tell them until they were nearly finished. When Richard Pryor showed Mel Brooks the first draft, Mel said, "We can't say the N word!" And Richard said, "That's right WE can't say the N, but the bad guys can." Also the bit where Gene Wilder is giving a pep talk to Cleavon Little and Cleavon busts up, is because Gene made up the line and that was Cleavon's real reaction. As for why Cleavon Little didn't go on to greater success there were three main reasons: one was that he was bisexual, which was widely known in Hollywood at the time, and studios didn't want to cast Bi- or gay leads; his next few films did not perform very well, and he didn't want to accept roles in the Blacksploitation films that he was mainly offered in the 1970's. So he mostly did theater and TV.

Slim Pickens was a genuine cowboy persona having spent twenty years in the rodeo before becoming an actor. I read somewhere that he had a small trailer on location shooting for Blazing Saddles and pretty much just camped outside under the stars by a fire anyway. His role as Major Kong in 'Dr. Strangelove' is iconic and made him as a respected actor in Hollywood.

The "fought Dix" joke was a pun on Fort Dix, the Army base.

Cleavon Little's reaction to Gene Wilder's "You know, morons", was real, not scripted. Wilder ad-libbed the line and it caught Little off guard. Burton Gilliam, who played Lyle, was nervous about saying the "n-word" around Cleavon Little, since they were both good friends. Little told him it was okay, since they were just pretending.

If you all are looking for Western recommendations, OG Magnificent Seven is an absolute must-see.

And Gene Wilder is one of my fav actors of all time

Gene Wilder was a University of Iowa Hawkeyes Alumni!! Go Hawkeyes!!! Beat State, Nebraska, Minnesota and Wisconsin 🦅💛🖤💛🖤💛🖤🏈🏀🤼‍♂️🤼‍♀️

The scene where Gene Wilder tells Bart " morons " was unscripted, so the laugh was genuine.

25:35 The commissary. I went to school on the back lot of Universal Studios and had lunch in their commissary almost every day.

Nobody beats Mel Brooks in fourth-wall breaking. Even Marvel's Deadpool pales in comparison. The only group I can think of that might be able to compete in 4th wall breaking is Monty Python.

Nice reaction ! Good job guys!

It's "fought Dix", not "dicks". It's a play on words. Fought Dix sounds like Fort Dix, which is a U.S. Army post in New Jersey. The play on words is then continued with the next line that references Richard Dix who was a cowboy star of early film. So the joke is not exactly what you thought it was. And not surprisingly, there wasn't a flicker of recognition at the line "...this laurel, and hearty handshake", which was also an inside joke. It referred to the 1930s comedy team of Laurel and Hardy.

The "You know, morons" was an adlib by Gene Wilder, so yes, Cleavon Little's laugh was a real reaction.

Many historical cowboys were ex-Confederate soldiers. So, Lyle's use of the "N" word is historically accurate. The actor was actually uncomfortable saying it...until Clevon Little(playing Bart) reassured him he wasn't offended-that it was just part of the role.

5:35 the Fort Dix joke passes many people by so don't feel bad. Fort Dix is an Army training base in New Jersey. Mel Brooks & Andrew Bergman who co-wrote the screenplay were both from New York so would know of it.

My Jamaican uncle showed this movie to my brother and I when I was 11.

Richard Pryor and Mel Brooks co-wrote this film. It’ll forever be brilliant no matter the era because America will always have the same problems.

Fun to see young people react well to this but there are so many little things you can't be expected to catch - Hedley Lamarr, "the orange roof of Howard Johnson's outhouse", "a Laurel and Hardy handshake", and many more.

the greatest comic of all time richard pryor co-wrote the movie and mel brooks wanted him to play the sheriff but white hollywood didn't like richard so he suggested to brook to give the job to the guy who plays the sheriff since he was great friends with and had done a movie together about the 1st black nascar driver who won many nascar titles in the late 60's

Attempt number 2... Now yes let's hope the sheriff is near.

There are a few reasons that this film has aged really well. Unfortunately one reason is that the satire against racism still hits because racism still exists. Not until people stop being racist will this film become irrelevant and start to age. Other reasons it's aged well are that slapstick is always funny, it is ageless, and with the film being so self aware it brings your audience right in to the world with you, so you can't not be a part of it. It makes fun of itself, but also has a message and a point to make. Love Mel Brooks, he has the title "genius" attached to him, and for very good reason! Young Frankenstein is definitely worth a watch! As is Robin Hood Men in Tights, especially if you have seen the Kevin Costner Robin Hood film.

Funny thing is he said he was going to act like Jessie Owens. In fact when this movie took place, he had not been born yet.

It's always amazing to me, how most of the younger crowd are "shocked" at the few times the oh-so evil n-word is used in Blazing Saddles, but yet don't bat an eye at how many times it was used in Tarentino's "The Hateful 8"

Im glad im not the only one that was initially worried about the horses. Theres like 3 or 4 scenes of horses falling over in this movie, and horses falling is dangerous af. But yeah, they did it safely somehow.

Hands down the best Blazing Saddles reaction on KZfaq by a country mile.

Rio Bravo is great, as is McClintock... both John Wayne vehicles, both hilarious, and both loaded with stars.

Mid 90's we would watch this at our high school football dinners the night before our game. Cant wait to watch.