The New York Times – Film:
The comedian is contributing some 20,000 documents and photos covering his career, including his time in the Army and the lyrics for “Springtime for Hitler.”
Category: Brooks, Mel
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‘The Book of Mormon’ Is Sorry if You Were Offended for 15 Years
The New York Times – Music:
The taboo-busting, gasp-inducing Broadway musical comedy has been a hit with audiences and critics. But could it be produced today?
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5 Takeaways From the HBO Documentary ‘Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man!’
The New York Times – Film:
Judd Apatow, who co-directed, offered insights into the making of the two-part film, a loving portrait of a comedy giant who’s still sharp as ever.
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Comedians and Stars Gather for ‘The 99 Year Old Man!’ Premiere Party
The New York Times – Film:
Mel Brooks joined Judd Apatow and Patton Oswalt at the Los Angeles premiere of “Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man!”
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Alfa-Betty Olsen, Behind-the-Scenes ‘Comic Conspirator,’ Dies at 88
The New York Times – Film:
After quietly helping Mel Brooks set the irreverent tone on “Get Smart” and “The Producers,” she had a long collaboration as a writer with the actor and humorist Marshall Efron.
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Mel Brooks and Angela Bassett Feted at the Governors Awards
The New York Times – Film:
The academy honored Mel Brooks, Angela Bassett, the recently widowed editor Carol Littleton and Sundance’s Michelle Satter, whose son died in a shooting.
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Men’s Tights Aren’t Just for Elizabethan Aristocrats Anymore
The New York Times – T Magazine:
Stockings appeared on a slew of male models this season, once again affirming that their practical, provocative appeal transcends the gender binary.
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Angela Bassett and Mel Brooks Are Among Those to Receive Honorary Oscars
The New York Times – Film:
The Sundance Institute executive Michelle Satter and the film editor Carol Littleton will also get prizes at the Governors Awards ceremony in November.
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Mel Brooks Isn’t Done Punching Up the History of the World
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
The comedian, at 96, is happy to inspire a new generation to make their own Hitler jokes.