Imitation of Life 1959

As a single mom chasing Broadway dreams, Lora Meredith's world collides with that of Annie Johnson, a black widow who becomes the guardian of her daughter. As they navigate motherhood's challenges, Lora's pursuit of fame tests her bond with Suzie, while Annie's light-skinned daughter Sarah Jane grapples with her African-American identity, leading to poignant explorations of race, identity, and the complexities of human connection.

As a single mom chasing Broadway dreams, Lora Meredith's world collides with that of Annie Johnson, a black widow who becomes the guardian of her daughter. As they navigate motherhood's challenges, Lora's pursuit of fame tests her bond with Suzie, while Annie's light-skinned daughter Sarah Jane grapples with her African-American identity, leading to poignant explorations of race, identity, and the complexities of human connection.

Does Imitation of Life have end credit scenes?

No!

Imitation of Life does not have end credit scenes.

Actors

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Ratings

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Metacritic

87

Metascore

7.5

User Score

Rotten Tomatoes
review

82%

TOMATOMETER

review

91%

User Score

IMDb

7.8 /10

IMDb Rating

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32nd Academy Awards 1960

Nomination

Actress in a Supporting Role

Susan Kohner
Nomination

Actress in a Supporting Role

Juanita Moore

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