Review of Bringing Up Baby (1938) by Lizzie T — 05 Nov 2009

Another classic from Howard Hawks with Cary Grant and Katherine Hepburn. Funny, sassy and smart!

This review of Bringing Up Baby (1938) was written by Lizzie T on 05 Nov 2009.

Bringing Up Baby has generally received very positive reviews.

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