Review of His Girl Friday (1940) by James C — 30 Jan 2008

Possibly the FUNNIEST movie ever made. Fact! Sure is fast....

This review of His Girl Friday (1940) was written by James C on 30 Jan 2008.

His Girl Friday has generally received very positive reviews.

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