Imitation of Life (1959) — Perfery

(1959)Directed by Douglas Sirk125 minDrama, Romance

“Fannie Hurst's best selling novel of today's tormented generation!”

In 1940s New York, a white widow who dreams of being on Broadway has a chance encounter with a black single mother, who becomes her maid.

Lana Turneras Lora Meredith

John Gavinas Steve Archer

Juanita Mooreas Annie Johnson

Sandra Deeas Susie (16)

Susan Kohneras Sarah Jane (18)

Robert Aldaas Allen Loomis

Dan O'Herlihyas David Edwards

Karin Dickeras Sarah Jane (8)

Terry Burnhamas Susie (6)

John Vivyanas Young man

Lee Goodmanas Photographer

Ann Robinsonas Showgirl

Troy Donahueas Frankie

Sandra Gouldas Receptionist

David Tomackas Mr. McKenney

Joel Fluellenas Minister

Jack Westonas Stage manager

Billy Houseas Fat Man on Beach

Maida Severnas Teacher

Than Wyennas Romano

Peg Shirleyas Fay

Mahalia Jacksonas Choir Soloist

Bess Flowersas Geraldine Moore (uncredited)

Frank Bakeras Party Guest