Review of Blazing Saddles (1974) by Justin T — 15 Jun 2014

A comedy that succeeds in being funny. Still funny 40 years later. Timeless.

This review of Blazing Saddles (1974) was written by Justin T on 15 Jun 2014.

Blazing Saddles has generally received very positive reviews.

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