Review of His Girl Friday (1940) by Ashley S — 13 Aug 2008

Another one of Cary's top movies. Rosalind Russell is fantastic as well.

This review of His Girl Friday (1940) was written by Ashley S on 13 Aug 2008.

His Girl Friday has generally received very positive reviews.

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