Imitation of Life Two-Movie Special Edition

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Imitation of Life, one of the most beloved and respected stories of all-time, is now available in a 2-movie Special Edition! Based on the 1933 best-selling novel, this emotionally charged drama chronicles the lives of two widows and their troubled daughters as they struggle to find true happiness in a world plagued by racism. The Imitation of Life: 2-Movie Special Edition includes both versions of the film: the original 1934 Best Picture nominee starring Claudette Colbert and the 1959 masterpiece starring Lana Turner. With storylines tackling racism, romance, family, success and tragedy, Imitation of Life is a powerful story that still resonates with audiences today.

Bonus Content:
Disc 1 – Imitation of Life (1934):

• Feature Commentary with African-American Cultural Scholar Avery Clayton
• Theatrical Trailer

Disc 2 – Imitation of Life (1959):

• Lasting Legacy – An Imitation of Life
• Feature Commentary with Film Historian Foster Hirsch
• Theatrical Trailer

Aspect Ratio ‏ : ‎ 1.33:1, 1.85:1
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
MPAA rating ‏ : ‎ NR (Not Rated)
Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.5 x 5.5 x 0.5 inches; 2.72 Ounces
Item model number ‏ : ‎ 25176590
Director ‏ : ‎ Douglas Sirk, John M. Stahl
Media Format ‏ : ‎ Multiple Formats, Black & White, Color, NTSC, Widescreen, Special Edition
Run time ‏ : ‎ 3 hours and 56 minutes
Release date ‏ : ‎ January 10, 2012
Actors ‏ : ‎ Claudette Colbert, Lana Turner, Louise Beavers, Juanita Moore, Warren William
Subtitles: ‏ : ‎ French, Spanish
Producers ‏ : ‎ Ross Hunter, Carl Laemmle, Jr.
Language ‏ : ‎ English (Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono)
Studio ‏ : ‎ Universal Pictures Home Entertainment
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0068FZ0W4
Writers ‏ : ‎ Eleanore Griffin, William Hurlbut, Allan Scott
Number of discs ‏ : ‎ 2