Mel Brooks Names Martin Scorsese’s Worst Movie
Even the greatest directors have occasional missteps, but Martin Scorsese’s lesser works still surpass what many others can achieve. Setting the bar high with classics like Mean Streets, Taxi Driver, Raging Bull, The King of Comedy, Goodfellas, and Casino means his weaker films, while still strong, don't quite measure up to those masterpieces.
Scorsese's Lesser-Known Films
Movies such as Gangs of New York, The Color of Money, Cape Fear, and The Aviator are generally well-regarded, but when compared directly to his best, they might not reach the same level. A mid-tier Scorsese film still outshines much of what other directors produce, including Michael Bay’s work.
Mel Brooks’ Perspective
Mel Brooks, the EGOT-winning comedy icon, identified one Scorsese film as the weakest despite the director's consistent quality. In an interview with The AV Club, Brooks shared his thoughts, highlighting his own unique status in entertainment and joking about his Emmy wins.
“The only reason I won two consecutive ‘Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series’ Emmys for my guest role on the sitcom Mad About You was because ‘I’m Mel Brooks.’”
Brooks’ remark underscores his humor and confidence while subtly nodding to Scorsese's rarely less-than-stellar efforts.
Summary: Mel Brooks praises Martin Scorsese’s consistently high standards but names one weaker film as the director’s low point, blending respect with his characteristic wit.