Review of His Girl Friday (1940) by Randy C — 25 Sep 2018

Typical Cary Grant film - witty and frivolous, though not his best.

This review of His Girl Friday (1940) was written by Randy C on 25 Sep 2018.

His Girl Friday has generally received very positive reviews.

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