Review of His Girl Friday (1940) by Leighton T — 12 Apr 2008

Minimal story makes for witty, rapid-fire dialouge with Rosalind Russell on display and Cary Grant in perfect form. If only Romantic Comedies of today could match up...

This review of His Girl Friday (1940) was written by Leighton T on 12 Apr 2008.

His Girl Friday has generally received very positive reviews.

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