Lady for One Day
What should I do if life has failed? What should I do if my daughter's happiness depends on the future visit of the groom — the heir of the Spanish grandee? What should I do if the groom's father is obsessed with titles and wealth? The only way out is to turn into a rich lady for the day. Street vendor Ani, with the help of her many friends and acquaintances, cannot help but cope with this task. A brothel owner and a young conman, a judge and the mayor of New York himself are involved in an incredible cycle of events. They play out a whole performance in front of the groom and his father against the backdrop of skyscrapers, cars with horns, women's lace umbrellas and incendiary jazz melodies, and in this gala performance Anya plays the role of a real socialite…
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Plot Summary
A struggling hat-check girl named Louise is ashamed of her impoverished background and lies to her visiting daughter, claiming she is a wealthy socialite. She enlists the help of a kind-hearted gangster and his associates to pose as her high-society friends and maintain the illusion. As the day progresses, the charade becomes increasingly complex and precarious, leading to a dramatic and emotional climax.
Critical Reception
This made-for-television film, though a remake of a classic Frank Capra story, received a generally lukewarm reception. Critics noted Bette Davis's commanding performance, but many found the story's sentimentality and pacing to be dated compared to the original.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised Bette Davis's powerful performance in her final television role.
- Found the story to be a sentimental and somewhat dated retelling.
- Noted the film's earnest but ultimately less impactful approach compared to its predecessor.
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Awards & Accolades
None notable.
Fun Fact
This was Bette Davis's final television film appearance, and she was nominated for an Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Miniseries or a Movie for her role as Mother Darling.
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