Contributor Lauren Pinnington

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In Praise Of

Why I love Jean Harlow’s performance in Wife vs Secretary

by Lauren Pinnington

Her easy charm and chemistry with Clark Gable elevates this otherwise unremarkable workplace rom-com.
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In Praise Of

Why I love Carole Lombard’s performance in No Man of Her Own

by Lauren Pinnington

Alongside her future partner, Clark Gable, this 1932 romantic comedy established Lombard as a bona fide movie star.
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In Praise Of

Why I love Audrey Hepburn’s performance in Sabrina

by Lauren Pinnington

Her playful, emotionally nuanced turn is the beating heart of Billy Wilder’s classic romantic comedy.

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