Review of Imitation of Life (1934) by Adrian B — 21 Sep 2011
Generally a classic about the social issues revolving around African Americans. One day, a black lady named Dalilah (Louise Beavers), along with her very pale skin child show up at the doorstep of a business woman (Claudette Colbert), who specializes in making maple syrup.
The decide to live together, with Beavers being Colbert's maid at first. Then one day, they decide to open a pancake stand along the boardwalk (of Los Angeles I think), and it becomes a success, spawning them to begin a multi-million dollar company, Aunt Dalilah pancake mix.
Sadly, the relationship between Dalilah and her daughter is severed, because the daughter is a ashamed of being black. Perhaps slightly dated, this is none-the-less a well made, well acted film. Colbert and Beavers are so likable most flaws become in significant.
Incidentally, Aunt Dalilah is sort of taunt towards the classic maple syrup brand, Aunt Jamima.
This review of Imitation of Life (1934) was written by Adrian B on 21 Sep 2011.
Imitation of Life has generally received very positive reviews.
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