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In this episode of Say More, Mashable Executive Producer Mark Stetson sits down with legendary filmmaker David Zucker, the mastermind behind some of the most iconic spoof movies of all time, including Airplane!, The Naked Gun, and Top Secret!.
Zucker shares fascinating stories from his long and successful career, from his early days in Milwaukee with the Kentucky Fried Theater to his breakthrough with Airplane! and the enduring legacy of the Naked Gun franchise. He also discusses the art of the gag, the challenges of making spoof movies in today’s cultural climate, and his upcoming projects.
Join us for a deep dive into the mind of one of comedy’s most influential figures!
0:00 Introduction
0:35 Early days of comedy and the Kentucky Fried Theater
2:10 How they stood out from the crowd
3:34 The journey to making The Kentucky Fried Movie
4:15 Pitching Airplane! and getting it made
5:22 From Airplane! to The Naked Gun
6:53 The art of the successful spoof
9:23 Following the rules of comedy
9:51 Future projects: A new podcast and masterclass
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