Review of His Girl Friday (1940) by Jason B — 04 Jul 2008

Overrated. Just a slightly above average film.

This review of His Girl Friday (1940) was written by Jason B on 04 Jul 2008.

His Girl Friday has generally received very positive reviews.

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