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Who is the Hawksian Woman?

by Sarah Cleary

From Hildy Johnson to Lorelei Lee and Dorothy Shaw, Howard Hawks’ films are often remembered for their spunky leading ladies – but how should we view them in the present day?
In Praise Of

Why I love Jane Russell’s performance in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes

by Carmen Paddock

Her sharp-tongued turn in Howard Hawks’ 1953 comedy is the perfect foil for Marilyn Monroe’s bimbo act.
In Praise Of

How His Girl Friday redefined the screwball comedy

by Adam Scovell

Howard Hawks’ 1940 film remains one of Hollywood’s finest and most radical comedies.
In Praise Of

Why Bringing Up Baby is my favourite classic Hollywood comedy

by Adam Scovell

Howard Hawks’ screwball is one of the first truly great sound comedies.
Home Ents

Only Angels Have Wings gets a long overdue home release

by Adam Cook

Howard Hawks’ 1939 classic is finally available on Blu-ray courtesy of the Criterion Collection.