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Source: Moscow Government – Moscow Government –
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As part of the Film Wednesday project, Gogol House will host a lecture dedicated to the musical comedy "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes." The film adaptation of Anita Loos's novel and the Broadway production of the same name, directed by Howard Hawks, was released in 1953. The leading roles were played by Jane Russell and Marilyn Monroe.
Visitors will learn about the casting process and the actors' salaries: Betty Grable was originally cast as Lorelei Lee, but after the success of Niagara, Marilyn Monroe was hired, earning $11,000 for her role, while Jane Russell earned $200,000. Attendees will also learn that the iconic number "Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend" was choreographed by Jack Cole.
The lecture will be given by Svetlana Panchenko, Head of the Special Projects Department.
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