Review of Duck Soup (1933) by Jennifer B — 29 Jun 2008

Groucho... politics... comedy... genious!

This review of Duck Soup (1933) was written by Jennifer B on 29 Jun 2008.

Duck Soup has generally received very positive reviews.

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