Review of Imitation of Life (1934) by Thomas M — 24 Mar 2010

So terribly racist and wrong by todays standards but serves a great case study of film...which is actually why I watched it.

This review of Imitation of Life (1934) was written by Thomas M on 24 Mar 2010.

Imitation of Life has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Czarina B (5) on 08 Oct 2008

A true classic! One of my favorites of all time. It was so nice to see two people get a long so well and have love for each despite race…

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By Ursula M (16) on 25 May 2012

1934???? WOW this movie is OLD!!!!!! but hey Classic movies ROCK and this is one of the best!!!! all mother's and daughters should see this movie…

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