Review of History of the World: Part I (1981) by Luigi M — 13 Oct 2009

Epic... fun.... I kept laughing and laughing... just as expected from master Brooks.

This review of History of the World: Part I (1981) was written by Luigi M on 13 Oct 2009.

History of the World: Part I has generally received positive reviews.

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By Danielle Solzman (397) for Solzy at the Movies (339) on 27 Dec 2018

History of the World, Part I-which has no sequel-spoofs multiple genres in this anthology showing that there are no limits to the mind of writer-director…

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By Alex S (2,786) on 23 Jun 2014

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Columns get your columns! Doric! Ionic! Corinthian! We have columns here! It is rambling, aimless and scattershot, but it is still funny…

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By Harry W (1,900) on 23 May 2013

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By Bradley R (78) on 18 Apr 2014

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