Delysia LaFosse. If ever there was a stage name that suited a character better I haven't heard it to date. Amy Adams, who plays the kittenish starlet does an amazing job of taking what could be seen as a fickle, flighty, materialistic woman and endears her to us.
Gwenevere Pettigrew. What could have been portrayed as a dry, austere, stern woman is gentled into comedic brilliance by Frances McDormand's talent. With her uncontrollable hair and drab clothing she is a stark contrast to the glamour of the 1930's nightlife era.
The moment a sleepy-eyed Delysia answers Miss Pettigrew's courageous ring at her door you realize these two characters need one another. While Delysia's wants are more blatant, Miss Pettigrew's silent appeal is answered by the budding stage actress. In one day, Miss Pettigrew is transformed from homeless, jobless, starving street urchin existence to fashionably stylish, social secretary who awes everyone she encounters.
This exceptional dialogue-written, stellar-acted film is long overdue in coming. Set in the 1930's the viewer is plunged into a whirlwind of romance, social structures, fashion and the looming threat of war that seems more of an inconvenience to some than the sobering truth about the frailty of their frivolous lifestyle.
Adams and McDormand join forces to create a wonderful bond of friendship enriched with banter and comedic play that is riveting to watch. By the end you are wishing this film lasted longer than one day.
Gwenevere Pettigrew. What could have been portrayed as a dry, austere, stern woman is gentled into comedic brilliance by Frances McDormand's talent. With her uncontrollable hair and drab clothing she is a stark contrast to the glamour of the 1930's nightlife era.
The moment a sleepy-eyed Delysia answers Miss Pettigrew's courageous ring at her door you realize these two characters need one another. While Delysia's wants are more blatant, Miss Pettigrew's silent appeal is answered by the budding stage actress. In one day, Miss Pettigrew is transformed from homeless, jobless, starving street urchin existence to fashionably stylish, social secretary who awes everyone she encounters.
This exceptional dialogue-written, stellar-acted film is long overdue in coming. Set in the 1930's the viewer is plunged into a whirlwind of romance, social structures, fashion and the looming threat of war that seems more of an inconvenience to some than the sobering truth about the frailty of their frivolous lifestyle.
Adams and McDormand join forces to create a wonderful bond of friendship enriched with banter and comedic play that is riveting to watch. By the end you are wishing this film lasted longer than one day.