Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day

As in MRS. HENDERSON PRESENTS and BEING JULIA, this period comedy brings wit and style to it's depiction of 1930s London. Based on Winifred Watson's novel, MISS PETTIGREW LIVES FOR A DAY begins with the title character, a frumpy governess winningly played by Frances McDormand (FARGO), being turned away from her employment agency. After losing her job prospects and all her earthly possessions in a mishap, Guinevere Pettigrew isn't sure where her next meal is coming from. Director: Bharat Nalluri Star: Frances McDormand, Amy Adams, Ciaran Hinds, Shirley Henderson, Running Time: 92 minutes.