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Quote by Mel Brooks

“When you get big special effects pictures, sci-fi and things, there's little or no comedy. Or it's a domestic comedy and there's not one special effect. But very rarely do these things fuse and come out right.”

Quote by Mel Brooks

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Mel Brooks, born on June 28, 1926, is an accomplished American film director, screenwriter, and comedic actor. Known for his humor, satire, and wit, his works include classics such as 'The Producers', 'Annie Hall', and 'Monty Python and the Holy Grail'. more

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