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1968 · 89 min · PG

The Producers

Directed by Mel Brooks · Comedy

The Producers (1968) is a Comedy film, directed by Mel Brooks set in New York City during the 1960s. It runs 89 minutes and is rated PG.

A con artist, with a satirical and comedic tone. Themes of greed & ambition and friendship run throughout.

Composer
John Morris
Cinematography
Joseph F. Coffey
Cast
Zero MostelGene WilderDick ShawnKenneth MarsEstelle WinwoodChristopher HewettAndréas VoutsinasLee Meredith

The world of this film

Setting

Where
New York City
Setting
Urban
When
1960s

Premise & themes

Premise
Con Artist
Themes
Greed & AmbitionFriendship
Tone
SatiricalComedic

Shape

Protagonist
Two Hander
Pacing
Propulsive
Based on
Pure Fiction

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