MISS PETTIGREW LIVES FOR A DAY (PG)

Director:
Bharat Nalluri

Starring:
Frances McDormand
Amy Adams
Lee Pace

Plot Summary:
Based on the 1938 novel by British author Winifred Watson

Guinevere Pettigrew, a middle-aged London governess, finds herself unfairly dismissed from her job. An attempt to gain new employment catapults her into the glamorous world and dizzying social whirl of an American actress and singer, Delysia Lafosse.

Genre:
Comedy, Drama and Adaptation

Duration:
1 Hour 32 Minutes

Origin:
U.K.

Language:
English

Reviews:
San Francisco Chronicle
"Frothy and exuberantly entertaining - in part because of the sexual innuendoes - it's the best romantic comedy so far this year."

ReelViews
"Adams shines brightly, reinforcing the image she projected in Junebug and enhanced in Enchanted and Charlie Wilson's War. At this time of the year, it's tough to find a more diverting way to spend 90 minutes in a multiplex."

Baltimore Sun
"It's an unusual and engaging romantic comedy because it's mostly about how these women ready each other for real love."

The Hollywood Reporter
"Sustains itself through terrific forward momentum and two glorious star turns by gifted actresses Frances McDormand and Amy Adams."

USA Today
"A good farce is hard to find. Particularly one that holds up for the entirety of the story and keeps us engrossed, while smiling. Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day is a particularly effective and cheeky example."

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