The Making Of ‘Young Frankenstein’

This episode of Fresh Air, hosted by David Bianculli, is dedicated to the 50th anniversary of the movie "Young Frankenstein." It features a compilation of archived interviews with key figures involved in the film, including Gene Wilder, who conceived the premise and co-wrote the screenplay, Teri Garr, who played Inga, Peter Boyle, who played the monster, Cloris Leachman, who played Frau Blucher, and Mel Brooks, the director and co-writer. The interviews delve into the creative process, comedic influences, and behind-the-scenes anecdotes of making the film. Additionally, film critic Justin Chang reviews the new movie "Bugonia".