The audience. They see the name Mel Brooks, they want something really funny. They don't want to be moved; they don't want to be taught any lessons. [...] I get more letters for ๏ปฟTwelve Chairs ๏ปฟand ๏ปฟLife Stinks๏ปฟ than I get from any other movies, because people actually agree with the philosophy, or were moved, or they love the movie.
Mel BrooksI'll accept bad taste in a minute, as long as there's some great comedy minds and performances.
Mel BrooksWhen we got to our hotel rooms, mosquitoes as big as George Foreman were waiting for us. They were sitting in armchairs with their legs crossed.
Mel BrooksI wanted to entertain so badly that I kept at it until I was good. I just browbeat my way into show business.
Mel Brooks