This film reveals the story of a London-based nanny trying to get a new job. The same woman finds herself in the middle of life and revolves around a fascinating world in the social spiral of an American actress and singer named Delicia Lavos, where her life cycle has changed completely.
Period comedies are a tough act to swallow for some, but if you are on the fence at all, please make sure Miss Pettigrew lives for more than just one day."
[Ciaran Hinds is] a terrific character actor, and he actually gets to play somewhat of a romantic lead in the story with Frances McDormand, which I thought was so sweet and gave this film just a little bit of gravity.
Laramie Movie Scope
September 17, 2008
The spectre of impending war hangs heavily in the background of this romantic comedy, giving it a bit more heft.
A lively and often enchanting '30s screwball that just happens to be brand-new.
Fayetteville Free Weekly
February 02, 2009
Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day is a well-acted comedy with enough old-fashioned qualities to make it an enjoyable experience for long-standing audiences.
Based on the 1938 novel by Winifred Watson, Miss Pettigrew is a veritable treat. Wisely cast, this handsome production is a delightful farcical fairy tale, bolstered by moments of depth and emotion.
Adams is adorable as the wide-eyed would-be starlet, with McDormand spot-on as the sensible half of the odd couple. A delightfully frivolous screwball comedy.
