Review of Young Frankenstein (1974) by Jory C — 11 Aug 2010

Genius and a classic, gene wilder and mel brooks at his best!! Your a humorless moron if you didnt like this.

This review of Young Frankenstein (1974) was written by Jory C on 11 Aug 2010.

Young Frankenstein has generally received very positive reviews.

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