Review of Young Frankenstein (1974) by Arjun A — 29 Apr 2015

The epitome of the "parody that still reveres the subject it mocks" movie.

This review of Young Frankenstein (1974) was written by Arjun A on 29 Apr 2015.

Young Frankenstein has generally received very positive reviews.

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