Review of Young Frankenstein (1974) by Neal D — 29 Jul 2010

The wilderfest continues with this classic...mmmmmmmmmmmmm.

This review of Young Frankenstein (1974) was written by Neal D on 29 Jul 2010.

Young Frankenstein has generally received very positive reviews.

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