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March 7, 2008
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Can you get a life and discover love, all in one day? Two women are about to find out.
In the sophisticated and heartfelt comedy Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day, Academy Award winner Frances McDormand plays the film's title role opposite Academy Award nominee Amy Adams (star of the blockbuster Enchanted).
The cast also includes Golden Globe Award nominee Lee Pace (of the hit series Pushing Daisies), Ciarán Hinds (There Will Be Blood), Shirley Henderson (the Harry Potter films), Mark Strong (Stardust), and screen newcomer Tom Payne.
In 1939 London, Miss Guinevere Pettigrew (played by Ms. McDormand) is a middle-aged governess who finds herself once again unfairly dismissed from her job. Without so much as severance pay, Miss Pettigrew realizes that she must - for the first time in two decades - seize the day. This she does, by intercepting an employment assignment outside of her comfort level - as "social secretary." Arriving at a penthouse apartment for the interview, Miss Pettigrew is catapulted into the glamorous world and dizzying social whirl of an American actress and singer, Delysia Lafosse (Ms. Adams).Within minutes, Miss Pettigrew finds herself swept into a heady high-society milieu - and, within hours, living it up. Taking the "social secretary" designation to heart, she tries to help her new friend Delysia navigate a love life and career, both of which are complicated by the three men in Delysia's orbit; devoted pianist Michael (Mr. Pace), intimidating nightclub owner Nick (Mr. Strong), and impressionable junior impresario Phil (Mr. Payne). Miss Pettigrew herself is blushingly drawn to the gallant Joe (Mr. Hinds), a successful designer who is tenuously engaged to haughty fashion maven Edythe (Ms. Henderson) - the one person who senses that the new "social secretary" may be out of her element, and schemes to undermine her.
Over the next 24 hours, Guinevere and Delysia will empower each other to discover their romantic destinies.
A Focus Features presentation of a Kudos Pictures and Keylight Entertainment production. Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day. Frances McDormand, Amy Adams, Lee Pace, Ciarán Hinds, Shirley Henderson, Mark Strong. Casting by Leo Davis. Costume Designer, Michael O'Connor. Music Composed by Paul Englishby. Music Supervisor, Karen Elliott. Editor, Barney Pilling. Production Designer, Sarah Greenwood. Director of Photography, John de Borman, BSC. Co-Producer, Jane Frazer. Executive Producer, Paul Webster. Based on the novel by Winifred Watson. Produced by Nellie Bellflower, Stephen Garrett. Screenplay by David Magee and Simon Beaufoy. Directed by Bharat Nalluri. A Focus Features Release.
- Directed by
- Bharat Nalluri ("Tsunami: The Aftermath")
- Written by
- David Magee ("Finding Neverland")
- Simon Beaufoy ("The Full Monty")
- Based on a novel by Winifred Watson
- Cast
- Frances McDormand
- Amy Adams
- Lee Pace
- Ciarán Hinds
- Shirley Henderson
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A truly life affirming and enchanting story, with beautiful cinematography and engaging characters. I was not aware of Winifred Watson prior to seeing this movie and now I want to read this and other stories written by her.
A Big Thanks to everyone involved involved in the creation of this delightful film. I will be watching and enjoying it again for sure.
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So Great ! I love this movie.
June, 'Papa Mayer' would love this film--and, sometimes, 'the lion still roars'., 2 August 2008
Author: Len9876 from United States
Before passing away 7 days before my birthday, in 2006, June Allyson-- who became my heroine, when I was a little boy, just 5-years-young. June Allyson and Dick Powell (June's first husband) befriended me, and I'll infinitely love these bigger-than-life screen legends (Dick Powell was very kind, and June Allyson exuded the sunshine itself). When I got the opportunity to interview June Allyson, in 2002 (at the annual Judy Garland Festival in Grand Rapids, Minnesota), June was genuinely disappointed and saddened about the fact that people seem to have forgotten the movies of 1930's, 1940's, and 1950's. June, if you are looking down from the rainbow, I would like to tell you that--at least once in awhile-- Hollywood still makes films in the classic flair and style. June, "Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day" (2008) is your kind of movie.
The acting, the cinematography, the direction, the editing, the music, and the writing is brilliant and dynamic to the point of excellence. Frances McDormand, who plays Miss Pettigrew, gives an award-winning performance. There is a wonderful chemistry between Frances McDormand and Amy Adams, who aptly plays Delysia Lafosse. Yes, in the film, Amy cries real June Allyson tears. I cried, I laughed, and I was in touch with all of my emotions. And, guess what? The film focuses on a story line that is not dependent on animation, obscene language, violence, sex, or special effects. And, there is even a happy ending! I rate this film a 10 out of 10. Hollywood, please make more films like this excellent one, in the golden-era tradition.
Captures the period with charming production design, but more importantly, captures the spirit of movie-making from that era. Can't say they don't make 'em like they used to. Please make more.
Absolutely fantastic film. (full of fashion eye candy!) I felt so uplifted and positive afterwards - the world could use more of these kinds of movies!!
in the bathtub scene with amy standing and holding a
towel demurely to cover herself: in the background, the tub and above it a mural of a huge seashell. was that a
clever take on Bottecelli's birth of venus? if so, nice touch!
I love this movie! Amy Adams is simply adorable!
I want to see it so bad. Does it ever going to be released in Taiwan?? Even Hong Kong has it.
Does anyone know if this will be released in Ireland, I'd love to see it!
When will be release in London ?
This looks like great fun,but when is it out in britain,I adore amy adams and lee pace they are sooooo cute!!
Absolutely wonderful! Light and in airy in all the best ways.
Funny, sweet, fantastic accurate Art Nouveau decors, and what a great Jazz!!! Where is that sound track?
A wonderful movie! No vioolence, no bad language... how refreshing!
Just orindary people... some rich, and some poor, looking for a life and love... something we can all relate to.
Deserves five stars plus!
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One time my dad told me to tie my shoe and the next thing I knew, I had glass eyes.
what a wonderful film! Frances Mcdormand was so sweet,and warm and real,Amy Adams just killed me! Go see this movie!! you won't be disappointed! I'm going out to find the soundtrack NOW!
Feel good movie is an understatement! Makes you believe in true love all over again . . .true love for all ages . . .
I saw this yesterday and I LOVED this movie!! Excellent acting. Kudos to all... and delightful ending. We need more positive roles like this. Congrats to all who wrote, directed, acted and were a part of the production.
it was amazing.... love it...
This movie was AMAZING. I just got back from seeing it for the second time. Great acting and a great story! Loved every minute!
Had to see it after watching preview.It was well worth it.Funny,touching,the war calling to mind our current world.
so excellent! i was in another world for the whole movie. it was definitely a feel-good film that made you laugh, too. go see it!
Didn't get a chance to see it last week due to a terrible rain storm on the east coast. I finally saw it yesterday and WHAT A MOVIE! I felt like I was floating on air throughout the entire film. Masterful performances, subtle nuances and great humor! Go see it!
I LOVE Amy Adams! Cant wait to see it! There needs to be more films like this and less about glorified violence!
It made my day!
I enjoyed every minute of it.
Delightfully light, witty pure enjoyment! I saw this movie Wednesday night and cannot recommend it enough!
I was so looking forward to seeing this movie but now I find that is not coming to Azalea Sq. Someone has classified it as a "Cinema Art Film" and its showing at a theatre thats a 50 mile roundtrip for me. Thanks a lot Regal!
This movie looks great ! Can't wait to see it!
I was able to see an early screening in Miami Wednesday. I loved it1
Fab film!!! Bravo to Frances, Amy, Ciarán and Lee.
Can't wait to see it again and again.
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Can't wait to see this one. Too bad it won't be released for Valentine's!
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