Mel Brooks: The Insane & The Bizarre
Season 27
Episode 3
About the Episode
Mel Brooks is here to find the insane and the bizarre in the commonplace.
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Extras
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The history behind one of Orozco’s most iconic paintings
“Hidalgo and National Independence" showcases Orozco's artistic intensity.1:50 -
Orozco’s paintings were destroyed by U.S. customs agents
José Clemente Orozco left Mexico to seek artistic freedom in the United States.1:19 -
The spark that ignited Orozco’s interest in art making
A young José Clemente Orozco was influenced by artist José Guadalupe Posada.1:25 -
José Clemente Orozco: Man of Fire
Mexican muralist José Clemente Orozco led a life filled with drama, adversity & triumph.0:40 -
How Max Roach fused jazz and hip hop
Max Roach was excited by the premise and promise of rap when it first hit the music scene.2:47 -
Documenting the legacy of drummer Max Roach
Director Sam Pollard was captivated by the life story of drummer and activist Max Roach.2:28 -
How Max Roach created the experimental sound of M'Boom
Max Roach founded M'Boom, a jazz group made up of experimental percussionists.2:12 -
Documenting the legacy of drummer Max Roach
Director Sam Pollard was captivated by the life story of drummer and activist Max Roach.2:29 -
Dan Abrams on defending his father's work on Citizens United
Dan Abrams discusses how he admires his father for working on cases he may not agree with.3:40 -
Max Roach: The Drum Also Waltzes
Experience the groundbreaking sounds of bebop pioneer and virtuoso composer Max Roach.1:06
