At The Movies

Robin Hood: Men in Tights Runtime: 94 minutes Rating: PG-13 Release Date: July 9, 1993 Studio: 20th Century Fox Franchise: Mel Brooks Franchise Position: 9 Run time in minutes: 94 Tagline: The legend continues. Ratings My rating: 6.6 /10 Dove Foundation rating: N/A IMDb rating: 6.7 /10 Rotten Tomatoes rating: 54% Metacritic rating: 56% Plot Summary A goofy parody of Robin Hood legends where Robin and his Merry Men fight the evil Prince John with slapstick and puns. Critics Review Mixed reviews; some enjoyed silly humor, others saw it as weaker than Brooks’ earlier works. Christian Perspective Mild language and some adult jokes; less suitable for younger viewers. Family Friendliness Rated PG-13 for language and mild suggestive content; better for teens and adults.

The Producers Runtime: 88 minutes Rating: PG Release Date: December 19, 1967 Studio: Embassy Pictures Franchise: Mel Brooks Franchise Position: 1 Run time in minutes: 88 Tagline: The riskiest thing ever attempted... a guaranteed flop! Ratings My rating: 8.2 /10 Dove Foundation rating: N/A IMDb rating: 7.3 /10 Rotten Tomatoes rating: 91% Metacritic rating: 81% Plot Summary A down-on-his-luck Broadway producer teams up with a nervous accountant to create the worst play ever. Their plan is to collect extra investment, sabotage the show, and make money off the flop. But the play unexpectedly becomes a smash hit, turning their scheme upside down. Critics Review Widely praised for its clever script and sharp satire, The Producers was initially controversial but became a cult classic, winning an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. Critics love its wit and performances. Christian Perspective The film deals with themes of greed and dishonesty, which clash with biblical teachings about i...