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Review of by Emanuel Levy for Variety — 24 Jan 2009

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Made at the height of the Depression, John Stahl's Oscar-nominated melodrama prided itself for its liberal views, but even then the racial angle and Louise Beavers' acting were controversial.

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This review of Imitation of Life (1934) was written by and published by Variety on 24 Jan 2009.

Imitation of Life has generally received very positive reviews.

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