Remembering Gene Wilder (2024)

Name: Remembering Gene Wilder
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2024
Duration: 93 min
Cast: Gene Wilder, Mel Brooks, Harry Connick Jr., Ben Mankiewicz, Peter Ostrum

1h 33m United States of America

Documentary

Plot

"Remembering Gene Wilder" honors the iconic comedian's remarkable journey through film. It highlights his groundbreaking partnership with Mel Brooks in "The Producers" and the whimsical charm he brought to the role of Willy Wonka in the classic "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory." The documentary also showcases his dynamic collaborations with Richard Pryor, particularly in films such as "Silver Streak." Through a rich tapestry of interviews and clips, the film captures the essence of Wilder's unique talent and enduring influence on comedy and cinema.

Cast

Gene Wilder Mel Brooks Harry Connick Jr. Ben Mankiewicz Peter Ostrum Carol Kane Rain Pryor Burton Gilliam Alan Alda Michael Gruskoff Eric McCormack Mike Medavoy Alan Zweibel Richard Pryor Zero Mostel