Review of His Girl Friday (1940) by Susan K — 14 Dec 2007

Holy Shit! There's someone who talks more than AND faster than me!

This review of His Girl Friday (1940) was written by Susan K on 14 Dec 2007.

His Girl Friday has generally received very positive reviews.

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