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The Producers - Max (Sep 10, 2002 - Jan 30, 2005) Directed by Susan Stroman Choreographed by Susan Stroman MusicalComedyOriginal. Those “Springtime for Hitler and Germany” showgirls are all in good fun. #the producers #the producers 2005 #filmedit #musicaledit #gary beach #roger bart #roger de bris #carmen ghia #mygifs #mystuff #myedit #this is my fav movie dont interact …. Choreographer. Creature effects were provided by Jim Henson's Creature Shop. The Producers is a 2005 American musical comedy film directed by Susan Stroman and written by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan based on the eponymous 2001 Broadway musical, which in turn was based on Brooks's 1967 film of the same name starring Zero Mostel, Gene Wilder and Andreas Voutsinas. Universal Pictures Susan Stroman (Director) 2005 Role: Lead Tenor. Thirty-seven years after Brooks declared war on taste and propriety, 'The Producers' has lost its power to shock or offend, but it's retained its ability to amuse. Furious at Roger for making the play successful, Max angrily confronts Roger for his actions, and even goes as far to physically torture Carmen when he tries to defend Roger. Sillerman and Mel Brooks; Produced in association with James D. Stern/Douglas L. Meyer; Assistant w/permis'n of: StudioCanal; Associate Producer: Frederic H. Mayerson, Rhoda Mayerson and Beth Williams. Gary Beach, Uma Thurman, Nathan Lane, Matthew Broderick, Will Ferrell, "There's Nothing Like A Show On Broadway", Jim Borstelmann as Scott, Donald Dinsmore, Bryn Dowling and Meg Gillentine as Usherettes, This page was last edited on 14 April 2021, at 20:49. Stroman’s husband, Crazy for You director Mike Ockrent, was to have been director of The Producers, with Stroman as choreographer, but when he died in 1999 Stroman took over the directorship as well. Leo laments about the dangers of sex distracting him from his work, and shares a kiss with Ulla ("That Face"). In addition to these positive reviews, it was nominated for four Golden Globes (including nominations for actors Ferrell and Lane). Stephanie Zacharek observed: "The Producers is essentially a filmed version of a stage play, in which none of the characters' expressions or line readings have been scaled down to make sense on-screen. In order to ensure the play's failure, Max and Leo meet failing, flamboyant director Roger De Bris and his assistant Carmen Ghia. Franz leaves to prepare and literally breaks his leg in a fall. Susan Stroman. Director-choreographer Susan Stroman's commentary track sounds scripted, but offers good information like explaining Mel Brooks's inside jokes and pointing out the Broadway actors who played bit parts. The show opened in 2001 and won a record-breaking 12 Tony Awards. However, he did state that the new version was "fun" and gave it three out of four stars. Roger is reluctant to direct, but when Max and Leo suggest he could win a Tony Award, he agrees on the condition that the play be more "gay" ("Keep It Gay"). Tickets: $37-$80. The Producers is a musical adapted by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan from Brooks's 1967 film of the same name, with lyrics written by Brooks and … Directed by Susan Stroman. Stroman during rehearsals for the megahit "The Producers," which she directed. RUNNING TIME. Director. The Producers Nathan Lane (Actor), Matthew Broderick (Actor), Susan Stroman (Director) Susan P. Stroman (born October 17, 1954) is an American theatre director, choreographer, film director and performer. She is a five-time Tony Award winner, four for Best Choreography and one as Best Director of a Musical for The Producers. The film was released in the United States by Universal Pictures in a limited release on December 16, 2005, followed by a wide release on December 25. While studying Max's books, Leo notes that as a flop is expected to lose money, the IRS will not investigate the finances of failed productions. Product details. Mel Brooks Jonathan Sanger Leah Zappy Amy Herman. The film stars an ensemble cast led by Nathan Lane, Matthew Broderick, Uma Thurman, Will Ferrell, Gary Beach, Roger Bart, and Jon Lovitz. Rated PG-13. The film stars an ensemble cast led by Nathan Lane, Matthew Broderick, Uma Thurman, Will Ferrell, Gary Beach, Roger Bart, and Jon Lovitz. Never, and I mean never, hire him if you want your play to flop! She directed and choreographed "The Producers", winner of a record-making 12 Tony Awards ... 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