jD Shapiro - The Man Behind Robin Hood: Men In Tights

jD Shapiro joins Justin to talk about his experience as a young script writer in Hollywood, how he landed in the office of Mel Brooks to pitch his Robin Hood: Men In Tights script and how Battlefield Earth turned out to be the Worst Film Ever Made. Hear behind the scenes stories of jD's career so far, what he's up to now in Spain and his animal activism.

jD Shapiro currently has a hit stage play, “Yo solo quiero irme a Francia,” touring throughout Spain. He co-wrote it with Elisabeth Larena, and it stars one of Spain’s most beloved and acclaimed actresses, María Galiana.

He is also the Head Writer of the action-comedy film “Tras los pasos de la Rubia Platino,” starring Eduardo Castejón, which premieres in Madrid on July 21. This Fall he’s expected to begin a stand-up comedy tour with comedian Mark Riccadonna.

jD is a Paid Regular at The Comedy Store and was Stan Lee’s creative partner for nearly 15 years. Among his many film credits, he wrote, directed, and co-starred in the HBO Comedy Festival Best Film, “We Married Margo,” and wrote “Robin Hood: Men in Tights,” directed by Mel Brooks.

But jD is most proud that his name appears in the writing credits of the worst movie ever made… “Battlefield Earth.”

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