453. Spaceballs (1987)

About this episode

The Film Strip crew reviews the spoof movie Spaceballs, discussing its enduring appeal and comedic elements.

The most Airplane - Star Wars movie ever made! The Film Strip crew reviews Spaceballs (1987). Mel Brooks leads a veritable all-star cast of comedic character actors in one of the best spoof movies ever filmed. Come celebrate your annual May the Fourth Be With You movie time with us as we discuss what makes this movie work some 30 years later.

People in this episode

Host: Film Strip Podcast

Topics covered

• spoof movies
• comedy
• film review
• Star Wars
• Mel Brooks
• May the Fourth

Keywords

• Spaceballs
• Mel Brooks
• spoof
• comedy
• film review
• Star Wars
• 1987

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Books & works: Spaceballs

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