Review of Don't Torture a Duckling (1972) by Henning S — 06 Jun 2007

I would recommend this one. even with the dubbing it rocks. suspense, murder and violence. great stuff from the maestro.

This review of Don't Torture a Duckling (1972) was written by Henning S on 06 Jun 2007.

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