Review of Young Frankenstein (1974) by Ian S — 22 Dec 2011

Space balls is good, Blazing Saddles is great, and this is Brilliant! Mel's best second only to the Producers.

This review of Young Frankenstein (1974) was written by Ian S on 22 Dec 2011.

Young Frankenstein has generally received very positive reviews.

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