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Return of the Happy Girl

Posted on December 11, 2012 by marina72

The New Yorker‘s Richard Brody considers two overlooked moments in Monroe lore: her return to Hollywood in 1956, and her opening scene in the unfinished Something’s Got to Give (1962.) Brody also contrasts the condescension that Marilyn often received from the press with … Continue reading →


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When Marilyn’s Strap Snapped

Posted on November 13, 2011 by marina72

The New York Times recounts a press conference at the city’s Plaza Hotel on February 9, 1956, held by Marilyn and Sir Laurence Olivier to announce their upcoming film, The Prince and the Showgirl. When the strap on Marilyn’s dress broke, … Continue reading →


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