Imitation of Life

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.

Director

John M. Stahl

Writer

Fannie Hurst, William Hurlbut, Preston Sturges

Released

26 Nov 1934

Country

United States

Awards

Nominated for 3 Oscars. 4 wins & 3 nominations total