Review of His Girl Friday (1940) by Pavan R — 27 Feb 2008

Amazing movie...dialogues are great..superbly acted...totally hilarious...not a second to lose.

This review of His Girl Friday (1940) was written by Pavan R on 27 Feb 2008.

His Girl Friday has generally received very positive reviews.

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