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History of the World: Part I (1981) Movie Reviews

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Movies for Guys

The only real complaint I have about the movie is the ending. Right before the credits we get a preview for History of the World Part II, including a catchy little number called "Jews in...read the complete History of the World: Part I (1981) review at Movies for Guys

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Qwipster's Movie Reviews (Vince Leo)

If one were to chart Mel Brooks' directed movies based on quality from the beginning of his career (The Producers) to the end (Dracula: Dead and Loving It) you'd have an almost perfect forward slanting line downward. History of the World Part I falls righ...read the complete History of the World: Part I (1981) review at Qwipster's Movie Reviews (Vince Leo)

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FulvueDrive-in.com (Chuck O'Leary)

Brooks proved that increasing the vulgarity level doesn't necessarily translate into more laughs. Gag after gag falls flat in this potty-mouthed dud....read the complete History of the World: Part I (1981) review at FulvueDrive-in.com (Chuck O'Leary)