Imitation of Life (1934)
THE DARING STORY OF MOTHER LOVE - On the Screen for the First Time!
Director: John M. Stahl
|Writers: Fannie Hurst, William Hurlbut
|Stars: Claudette Colbert, Louise Beavers, Warren William
Rating:
★ 7.0/10 (88 votes) · IMDb ↗
Duration:
1h 51m
Language:
EN
Release Date:
Nov 26, 1934
Country:
United States of America
Director:
John M. Stahl
Storyline
A struggling widow and her daughter take in a black housekeeper and her fair-skinned daughter. The two women start a successful business but face familial, identity, and racial issues along the way.
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Movie Details
| Original title | Imitation of Life |
|---|---|
| Release date | Nov 26, 1934 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | housekeeper, black and white, pre-code, pancakes, passing for white |
FAQ
What is Imitation of Life about?
A struggling widow and her daughter take in a black housekeeper and her fair-skinned daughter. The two women start a successful business but face familial, identity, and racial issues along the way.
When was Imitation of Life released?
Imitation of Life was released on Nov 26, 1934 (status: Released).
Who directed Imitation of Life?
John M. Stahl directed Imitation of Life.
What is the TMDB rating of Imitation of Life?
Imitation of Life has a TMDB rating of 7.0/10 from 88 votes.