LIBRARY OF CONGRESS NATIONAL FILM REGISTRY 1940's

His Girl Friday (1940) inducted 1993

His Girl Friday (1940) inducted 1993

A screwball-comedy adapted from the 1928 Broadway play The Front Page. The film tells the story of a fast-talking newspaper editor determined to prevent his ex-wife and star reporter from leaving both to marry an insurance salesman.

Detour (1945) inducted 1992

Detour (1945) inducted 1992

A crime-drama that follows a hitchhiker who becomes entangled in a web of murder and deceit after accepting a ride from a stranger. Known for its gripping narrative, stark atmosphere, and exploration of fatalistic themes in classic film noir style.