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She Done Him Wrong (1933) | Flicks on the Bricks: Celebrating Witty Women in Film | Classic Films with Beth Accomando | Athenaeum Music & Arts Library | La Jolla

About the Event

Thursday, August 7, 2025
Doors & wine open at 7:30 PM
Film begins at 8 PM

The Athenaeum’s outdoor movie series, Flicks on the Bricks, invites you to enjoy classic movies on our patio during beautiful summer nights. In August, KPBS film critic, arts reporter, and Cinema Junkie podcast host Beth Accomando returns to host the 19th annual Flicks on the Bricks series. This year, she has chosen four timeless comedies celebrating witty women.

Popcorn is included with your ticket. Beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) will be available for purchase. Plus, enjoy weekly trivia and prizes throughout the series. Join the Athenaeum for its 19th year of hot summer fun!

Cast: starring Mae West, Cary Grant, Owen Moore; director, Lowell Sherman

Runtime: 1 hr. 6 min.

Tagline: Mae West gives a “HOT TIME” to the Nation



In the Gay Nineties, a seductive nightclub singer contends with several suitors, including a jealous escaped convict and a handsome temperance league member.



Academy Awards, USA: Nominee: Best Picture

Memorable Quote: Lady Lou: “I always did like a man in a uniform. That one fits you grand. Why don’t you come up some time and see me?”

Fun Trivia: Mae West was sewn into most of her costumes.

Genre: Comedy

INDIVIDUAL FILMS:
$22 member / $27 nonmember

SERIES OF 4 FILMS:
$80 member / $100 nonmember

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