Cinematic background from Gentlemen Prefer Blondes 1953 - Lorelei Lee is a beautiful showgirl engaged to be married to the wealthy Gus Esmond, much to the disapproval of Gus' rich father, Esmond Sr., who thinks that Lorelei is just after his money. When Lorelei goes on a cruise accompanied only by her best friend, Dorothy Shaw, Esmond Sr. hires Ernie Malone, a private detective, to follow her and report any questionable behavior that would disqualify her from the marriage.

Gentlemen Prefer Blondes

1953

Comedy, Musical, Romance

Directors:
Howard Hawks
Writers:
Joseph Fields, Anita Loos, Charles Lederer
Official poster of Gentlemen Prefer Blondes 1953 directed by Howard Hawks