Review of Young Frankenstein (1974) by Dexter V — 01 Aug 2010

A good comedy but nothing In this film will make you rofl.

This review of Young Frankenstein (1974) was written by Dexter V on 01 Aug 2010.

Young Frankenstein has generally received very positive reviews.

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