Review of Blazing Saddles (1974) by Carlos M — 29 Oct 2018

Hilariously offensive, nonsensical, and satirical.

This review of Blazing Saddles (1974) was written by Carlos M on 29 Oct 2018.

Blazing Saddles has generally received very positive reviews.

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