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Review of History of the World: Part I (1981) by Robbie B — 21 Jan 2008

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Ummm its mel brooks therefore u know wat this movie is like its fucking hilarious.

This review of History of the World: Part I (1981) was written by Robbie B on 21 Jan 2008.

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

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