History of the World: Part 1 (1981)
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Reviews Counted:23
Fresh:14
Rotten:9
Average Rating:5.6/10
Runtime: 1 hr 33 mins
Genre: Comedies
Synopsis: In this spoof of great moments in history from the dawn of humanity through the French Revolution, director Mel Brooks delivers a twisted history lesson through his signature satirical, madcap... [More]
Starring: Mel Brooks, Madeline Kahn, Harvey Korman, Cloris Leachman
Director: Mel Brooks
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Brooks proved that increasing the vulgarity level doesn't necessarily translate into more laughs. Gag after gag falls flat in this potty-mouthed dud. Full Review |
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The fact that there has been no Part 2 is ample proof that God hates us all.
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Crude, rude Mel Brooks has low laughs
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Mel Brooks' The History of the World: Part I contains plenty of belly-shaking laughs. Full Review |
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Occasional bright moments, but it's clear why there was no. part two.
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Disjointed Brooks effort that is only occasionally amusing
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Fifteen minutes of funny material trying desperately to fill a feature film.
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