Marilyn Monroe: It's All Make Believe: The Misfits (1961)

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Happy birthday Ms. Monroe! Deeply misunderstood in her lifetime, Marilyn Monroe was underestimated at every turn—her looks prized above all else. While her beauty is undeniable, her dynamic screen presence is just as vital to what made her iconic. So this Member Month join us celebrating the legendary Blonde Bombshell’s 100th birthday, as we take a look back at a varied survey of her work including the only film from her production company, her melancholic swan song, the film with her most iconic image (that was actually from a promotional photoshoot not in the film itself), and a wildly fun Howard Hawks musical. Divorced and disillusioned, Roslyn (Marilyn Monroe) befriends a group of misfits, including an aging cowboy, a heartbroken mechanic and a worn-out rodeo rider. Through their live-for-the-moment lifestyle, Roslyn experiences her first taste of freedom…