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  • Actors: Ciaran Hinds, Lee Pace, Shirley Henderson, Frances McDormand, Mark Strong
  • Directors: Bharat Nalluri
  • Format: PAL
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: PG
  • Studio: Momentum Pictures
  • DVD Release Date: 9 Mar 2009
  • Run Time: 88 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 3.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B001L4I222
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 592 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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As in MRS HENDERSON PRESENTS and BEING JULIA, this period comedy brings wit and style to its depiction of 1930s London. Based on Winifred Watson's novel, MISS PETTIGREW LIVES FOR A DAY begins with the title character, a frumpy governess winningly played by Frances McDormand (FARGO), being turned away from her employment agency. After losing her job prospects and all her earthly possessions in a mishap, Guinevere Pettigrew isn't sure where her next meal is coming from. But some cleverness leads her to the door of aspiring actress Delysia Lafosse, a woman who needs a social secretary to juggle her three men: a nightclub owner (Mark Strong), a son of a theatre producer (Tom Payne), and a piano player (Lee Pace). The first two offer her a chance at stardom, but the pianist can't give her anything but love. In a single day, Miss Pettigrew helps Delysia navigate the ever-stormy waters of love, while she learns that romance may not only be reserved for the young.
With its witty script and jazzy score, MISS PETTIGREW may seem feather-light at times, but there's an undercurrent of sadness that gives the comedy a bit of weight. World War II is just about to come to London, and the echoes of the previous war still haunt those who can remember it. Unsurprisingly, McDormand gives a fantastic performance as the title character, but the effervescent Adams continues to surprise, even after turning in great work in JUNEBUG and ENCHANTED. As impressive as the two female leads are, there are some excellent performances from two male co-stars: Ciaran Hinds (MARGOT AT THE WEDDING) is perfectly warm as a lingerie designer Miss Pettigrew encounters, and Pace (PUSHING DAISIES) wins hearts as the faithful Michael. Costume designer Michael O'Connor also deserves praise for creating the film's eye-catching clothing.

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18 of 22 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars A Quirky Comedy With A Stiff Upper Lip, 14 Feb 2009
By Katrina-UK (Stockport, Cheshire, United Kingdom) - See all my reviews
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I've just seen this film at the cinema and I enjoyed it very much. I wouldn't say it was fantastic, but it certainly wasn't useless either - somewhere in the middle. If you have enjoyed films such as 'The Truth About Being Earnest', you'll love this. Full of romance, comedy, and drama. You'll be laughing one minute, and feel like crying the next.

Set in 1940's Britain fastly approaching war, it follows the story of Miss Pettigrew, a middle age governess who once again has unfairly been sacked from her job. Unemployed and penniless she decides there is no other option but to seize the day, and finds herself working as social secretary to an aspiring young actress known as Delysia Lafosse. Well outside her comfort zone Miss Pettigrew is catapulted into the glamorous and social world-wind of high society. Taking her role to heart, the film is all about Miss Pettigrew trying to help and navigate Delysia's love life and career, by having learned from her own experiences. What she doesn't realise though, is that Delysia is also helping her...
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous fluff, 25 Mar 2009
I'm very surprised by the reviews so far - I thought this film was wonderful.

Refreshing, sparkly and great to watch with girlfriends, mums and grandmas alike, this film was a pleasant surprise for three 30-somethings who popped into a cinema to escape the rain one afternoon.

I haven't read the book so I can't comment but if you would like to escape the modern world then this is an old-fashioned, sweet, beautifully shot little joy.
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4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Lovely, 25 Mar 2009
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This is an enchanting film. It's not as good as the novel By Winifred Watson and it is not in itself a masterpiece. But the adaptation is adequate, the storyline interesting, the performances excellent and the atmosphere of a country in the brink of war compelling.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Disapointing
I finally got to watch this DVD. Unfortunately it was a classic case of the film not being as good as the book.
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1.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful to look at, but buy the book instead.
I read the book before becoming desperate to see the film bring all the characters to life.

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1.0 out of 5 stars Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day DVD
Very disappointing. Apart from the storyline being nothing like the book, the sound quality was the worst I have ever heard. Read more
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4.0 out of 5 stars Charming and tender
A film of a favourite book from Persephone Books, this is a star-studded and utterly charming film. Frances McDormand is as magical as ever as the desperate unemployed governess,... Read more
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I cannot tell you how disappointed I was in this DVD. I was really looking forward to watching it as I had so enjoyed the book. Read more
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beautifully directed and acted, this film is a real joy. I read the book and discovered the author is her own miss pettigrew! Read more
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4.0 out of 5 stars Feel good factor
Bought for Mothers day and she enjoyed it. Worth persevering with as this is a real feel good film. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day
Read the book first - in my book group - then saw the film. Although none of the characters looked as I had imagined them -I loved the art deco feel of the film and the detailed... Read more
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