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- Mel Brooks' connection to Nikolai Gogol's 'Dead Souls' reveals his intellectual and absurdist roots.
- Brooks' childhood in Brooklyn shaped his comedic voice and use of humor as self-preservation.
- His experiences in World War II and comedic influences fueled his fearless, death-defying comedy.
- Brooks' collaborations with Gene Wilder and Carl Reiner produced iconic, boundary-pushing works.
- His philosophy centers on hatred of death, leading to a legacy of bold, innovative humor.
- Brooks' personal life, including his marriage to Anne Bancroft, reflects his charismatic, intense nature.
- He views comedy as a protest against death, emphasizing living in the moment and joy.