Review of His Girl Friday (1940) by Omar M — 02 Jul 2012

A super fast film, full of one-line zingers and brimming with sexual tension.

This review of His Girl Friday (1940) was written by Omar M on 02 Jul 2012.

His Girl Friday has generally received very positive reviews.

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