Jerry Zucker explains that the iconic "Don't call me Shirley" line was born from their writing process, where they would infuse punchlines into dramatic dialogue from older films.
Jim Abrahams and David Zucker reveal their method of riffing off serious film scripts, inserting humor by changing lines to absurdly comedic ones, enhancing the parody.
Throughout the interview, the trio emphasizes how Airplane! ingeniously modifies serious dialogue from older films, creating a unique blend of humor that resonates with audiences.
The creators acknowledge the influence of prior works like Zero Hour!, highlighting how they repurposed existing lines and created memorable comedic moments from them.
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