Jean Negulesco’s HOW TO MARRY A MILLIONAIRE (1953)

Name: Jean Negulesco’s HOW TO MARRY A MILLIONAIRE (1953)
Start: 2026-06-03T19:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-06-03T21:00:00-04:00
Location: The Carolina Theatre of Durham

Schedule

Wed Jun 03 2026 at 07:00 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

The Carolina Theatre of Durham | Durham, NC

RETROCLASSICS FILM SERIES
Select Wednesdays at 7pm in Cinema One | $10 per person.
Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 7pm
CENTENNIAL SCREENING!
Jean Negulesco’s HOW TO MARRY A MILLIONAIRE
(1953, 95 min)
Lauren Bacall, Betty Grable, and Marilyn Monroe dazzle as three women pursuing New York’s richest bachelors. From luxurious apartments to glittering social events, their charm, wit, and playful ambition make every scene shine. Monroe’s magnetic screen presence, Bacall’s sophistication, and Grable’s comedic brilliance create a trio of unforgettable performances. Nominated for three Oscars for Cinematography, Costume Design, and Art Direction, this screening celebrates what would have been Marilyn Monroe’s 100th birthday, honoring her iconic star power and timeless charisma in one of her most beloved comedies.
TRAILER:

• Marilyn Monroe (June 1, 1926 – August 5, 1962): This American actress and pop culture icon, remembered for Some Like It Hot and Niagara, continues to influence fashion, film, and celebrity culture decades after her untimely death.