Review of Duck Soup (1933) by Caroline A — 22 Feb 2008

AMAZING. when the dog barks out of harpos chest, brilliant.

This review of Duck Soup (1933) was written by Caroline A on 22 Feb 2008.

Duck Soup has generally received very positive reviews.

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