Review of Blazing Saddles (1974) by Trevor R — 22 Jun 2011

Politically-incorred, vulgar, crude, infamous, nonsense. And I had a terrific time watching it.

This review of Blazing Saddles (1974) was written by Trevor R on 22 Jun 2011.

Blazing Saddles has generally received very positive reviews.

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