A deliciously scandalous and controversial comedy that still shocks today "Red-Headed Woman" Just one viewing of “Red-Headed Woman” is enough to make those who think “old” movies are corny or passé think again. Its bold story of a scheming, home-wrecking gold-digger still carries the power to shock. Crisp direction by Jack Conway, snappy dialogue by Anita Loos, and a magnificently infectious performance by leading lady Jean Harlow are all handled with such know-how and finess