Directed by Mel Brooks. 93 minutes. Rated R. In English.
Screens as part of "Eve Biddle Selects: Beautiful People Doing Impossible Things," a companion to the exhibition "Eve Biddle: Wonderlands."
Ribald, tasteless and hilarious ... this classic spoof of the Western genre by director Mel Brooks pokes fun at everyone and everything. A corrupt governor grants a reprieve to an African American convict if the condemned man agrees to serve as sheriff of a small Western town, believing that new sheriff will only live long enough to serve the needs of the governor and his nefarious railroad-baron backer. Academy Award nominations for Best Actress in a Supporting Role (Madeline Kahn); Best Music, Original Song; and Best Film Editing.