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The genesis of Blazing Saddles can be traced back to a rough outline penned by writer Andrew Bergman, which featured a black sheriff tasked with saving a small town from a nefarious developer. However, it wasn't until Mel Brooks, grappling with his own financial struggles but brimming with creativity, stepped onto the project that it began to take shape. With a vision in mind to lampoon both racism and the tropes of Western films, Brooks encountered significant pushback from studios wary of its controversial content. Yet, his unwavering determination led to the film's eventual release and immense popularity.