Review of Blazing Saddles (1974) by Gina M — 20 Sep 2011

I'm a big Mel Brooks fan. I love Spaceballs and Young Frankenstein. Never quite got this one though...

This review of Blazing Saddles (1974) was written by Gina M on 20 Sep 2011.

Blazing Saddles has generally received very positive reviews.

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