Perfery

Imitation of Life

(1934)Directed by John M. Stahl111 minDrama, Romance
“THE DARING STORY OF MOTHER LOVE - On the Screen for the First Time!”

A struggling widow and her daughter take in a black housekeeper and her fair-skinned daughter. The two women start a successful business but face familial, identity, and racial issues along the way.

Claudette Colbertas Beatrice 'Bea' Pullman
Louise Beaversas Delilah Johnson
Warren Williamas Stephen 'Steve' Archer
Rochelle Hudsonas Jessie Pullman, Age 18
Ned Sparksas Elmer Smith
Fredi Washingtonas Peola Johnson, Age 19
Juanita Quigleyas Baby Jessie Pullman, Age 3
Alan Haleas Martin the Furniture Man
Henry Armettaas The Painter
Wyndham Standingas Beatrice's Butler Jarvis
Joyce Comptonas Young Woman at Party (uncredited)
Noel Francisas Mrs. Eden (uncredited)
Jane Withersas Peola's Frontrow Classmate (uncredited)
Marcia Mae Jonesas Peola's Frontrow Classmate (uncredited)
Henry Kolkeras Dr. Preston (uncredited)
Hattie McDanielas Woman at Funeral (uncredited)
William B. Davidsonas Man Buying Cigar (uncredited)
William Austinas Englishman at Party (uncredited)
G.P. Huntleyas James (uncredited)
Tyler Brookeas Tipsy Man at Party (uncredited)
Sayre Dearingas Party Guest (uncredited)
Claire McDowellas Teacher Outside Classroom (uncredited)
Jean Fenwickas Minor Role (uncredited)
DGDick Gordonas Party Guest (uncredited)