Review of Don't Torture a Duckling (1972) by Tim M — 18 Feb 2014

Above average Giallo from Fulci featuring a great score and a pretty brutal chain whipping. Win/win I'd say.

This review of Don't Torture a Duckling (1972) was written by Tim M on 18 Feb 2014.

Don't Torture a Duckling has generally received positive reviews.

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