Review of Young Frankenstein (1974) by Joe D — 16 Jan 2010

OMG OMG OMG the best indie move ever!!! so funny//// GENE is my hero.

This review of Young Frankenstein (1974) was written by Joe D on 16 Jan 2010.

Young Frankenstein has generally received very positive reviews.

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