Dark Helmet: More Than Just a Parody of Darth Vader
Introduction *Spaceballs*, Mel Brooks’ uproarious 1987 send-up of the *Star Wars* saga, holds a revered place in the pantheon of parody films. Filled with sight gags, witty dialogue, and a healthy dose of self-awareness, the movie skewers the tropes and conventions of science fiction with gleeful abandon. At the heart of this comedic cosmos stands…