Review of Blazing Saddles (1974) by Andrew R — 17 Jan 2012

Funny and enjoyable, but definitely not the best of Mel Brooks.

This review of Blazing Saddles (1974) was written by Andrew R on 17 Jan 2012.

Blazing Saddles has generally received very positive reviews.

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