Review of Don't Torture a Duckling (1972) by Mike P — 14 Apr 2009
While it may not be the best giallo film ever made, Don't Torture a Duckling is indeed Fulci's masterpiece. It is a twisted story ripe with mystery and superstition, where the virtues and vices of each colourful character will literally keep the viewer guessing until the final scene.
The subject matter is extremely dark here, and it somehow manages to become even more disturbing as the plot unfolds. But somehow Fulci manages to combine this intriguing mystery with his trademark qualities, injecting Don't Torture a Duckling with its fair share of gore and sleaze without having it descend into exploitation.
The result is something refreshing: a gore flick with some taste and a murder-mystery with some gall. Certainly a recommended film.
This review of Don't Torture a Duckling (1972) was written by Mike P on 14 Apr 2009.
Don't Torture a Duckling has generally received positive reviews.
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