Name: Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day
Director: Bharat Nalluri
Genre: Drama, Comedy, Romance
Released: 2008-01-01
Duration: 92 min
Rating: 6.8
Cast: Frances McDormand, Amy Adams, Lee Pace, Ciarán Hinds, Shirley Henderson

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Runtime1h 32m

Released2008

Box office$16.7M

DirectorBharat Nalluri

About This Movie

So, 'Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day' is like this delightful little gem set in 1939 London, right before the war changes everything. You have this down-on-her-luck governess, Guinevere Pettigrew, played by Frances McDormand, who finds herself in the whirlwind life of Delysia LaFosse, that jazz singer bursting with charisma. It's got this charmingly chaotic atmosphere, you know? The pacing dances between the comedic and the poignant, with moments that linger just enough to make you feel. The performances are really quite strong, especially McDormand, who brings a lovely mix of desperation and determination. The practical effects and set designs really capture that pre-war vibe, giving it a rich texture that’s hard to ignore. There's an interesting theme of survival through friendship and ambition woven throughout.

Set in 1939 London, just before WWII.Strong performances, especially by Frances McDormand.Themes of friendship, survival, and ambition.