Review of History of the World: Part I (1981) by Melanie F — 10 Oct 2008

Boring and stupid. I didn't find it amusing and I didn't laugh.

This review of History of the World: Part I (1981) was written by Melanie F on 10 Oct 2008.

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

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

History of the World Part 1 is scattered in parts and doesn't have a real plot consistently, but it's well made and funny enough to pass as…

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By Paul D (6,077) on 31 Aug 2016

Incredible classic! Silly jokes that smack you I the face…

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By Ryan T (1,220) on 19 Feb 2016

This film is really enjoyable for lovers of history, but that also means its topical nature may change its laughs over time…

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By Simon D (1,648) on 05 Dec 2014

While this is little more than Mel Brooks making a Pythonesque film of extended sketches it ws clearly intended to be an epic comedy on a large…

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By Walker S (96) on 05 Mar 2014

Smart humor here a true showing of Mel's talent at comedy the skits especially the roman scene are absolutely hilarious…

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By Dylan P (378) on 31 Mar 2013

It was just ok and for sure not Mel's best. Some jokes fall flat others are quite funny but in general it is certainly not Mel's best…

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By Logan M (1,902) on 26 Apr 2015

Don't know why this only got 62%. I thought it was hilarious. Not the best comedy i've ever seen but still really funny. Reminds me of Airplane…

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By Dalton M (42) on 02 Sep 2014

With shameless borrowing from Monty Python, black adder, SNL and others, this film is saved by a few clever gags, satisfactory and roughly…

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By Ryan V (1,568) on 04 Jan 2017

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By Craig I (18) on 27 Dec 2018

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