Review of Young Frankenstein (1974) by Tim G — 30 Dec 2012

Personally I would nominate this film as the single funniest film ever made.

This review of Young Frankenstein (1974) was written by Tim G on 30 Dec 2012.

Young Frankenstein has generally received very positive reviews.

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