Review of High Anxiety (1977) by Jean G — 03 Jan 2008

OH MY GOD! My favorite Mel Brooks movie ever!

This review of High Anxiety (1977) was written by Jean G on 03 Jan 2008.

High Anxiety has generally received positive reviews.

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