Film Show: His Girl Friday
Doors: 7.15pm • Introduction: 7.45pm • Film: 8.00pm
USA • 1940 • 1h 32m • PG
His Girl Friday, directed by Howard Hawks, is a masterclass in screwball comedy, where the art of rapid-fire dialogue meets high-energy performances. Cary Grant delivers his trademark charm as Walter Burns, a manipulative yet lovable newspaper editor, while Rosalind Russell steals the show as Hildy Johnson, a quick-witted reporter with a mind as sharp as a tack.
The film, adapted from Ben Hecht and Charles MacArthur’s play The Front Page, transforms its source material into something entirely its own—an explosive mix of romance, wit, and satire. Hawks, known for his deft handling of ensemble casts and fast-paced action, turns the newsroom into a pressure cooker of comedic tension, where personal and professional worlds collide in hilarious ways.
His Girl Friday is as clever as it is captivating, showcasing an electrifying chemistry between its leads and a breathless pace that remains unmatched. A true gem of Hollywood’s golden age, it’s a film where the dialogue crackles, the laughs are nonstop, and the stakes are high—no matter how much the characters try to downplay it.
Tickets
If you are among the small number of our audience who are unable to buy tickets online but would like to purchase in advance, please visit the Library where Will or Cheuk will be happy to assist you.
On the night of the Film Show, a minimum of 5 tickets will be available for purchase at the Library from 7.15pm on a first come first served basis. Payment options will include cash, as well as credit or debit cards.
Please note, tickets are non-refundable and seating is unreserved. Latecomers may not be admitted and their seats offered to another guest.