Apple Annie is an aging New York City fruit seller whose daughter Louise has been raised in a Spanish convent since she was an infant. As she grows up, Louise is led to believe that her mother is a society matron called Mrs. E. Worthington Manville. Annie worries that her lie is in danger of being uncovered when she learns that Louise is sailing to New York with her new fiancé and his nobleman father.
A kind-hearted gangster agrees to help a poor apple-selling woman achieve her dream of posing as a wealthy socialite for her daughter's visit. To maintain the illusion, he and his associates go to great lengths to stage a lavish party and create a fabricated persona for her. However, their elaborate charade becomes increasingly difficult to sustain as the daughter's arrival nears and complications arise.
Lady for a Day was a critical and commercial success, praised for its heartwarming story, Capra's signature optimistic direction, and strong performances. It was recognized for its innovative blend of comedy, drama, and social commentary, becoming a significant film in Capra's early career.
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Nominated for 4 Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actress (May Robson), and Best Adapted Screenplay.
The film was based on a short story by Damon Runyon, "That Ever-Lovin' Man", and was one of Frank Capra's earliest major successes, helping to establish his reputation for uplifting and populist cinema.
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This has shades of "My Fair Lady" about it - and Frank Capra has done quite well with a cast of lesser known actors to create quite an enjoyable comedy drama. May Robson steals the show as "Apple Annie", a lady who makes her living selling ...
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