Imitation Of Life Film Analysis
10/3/11
Black Pop Culture.
Imation of Life Film Review
“Imitation of Life” is a coveted 1959 classic that brings about memories of a time when fair skinned black people felt obliged to revoke their heritage and cultures in attempt to “pass” for a better life. In a modern time of social equality, this direct problem is not as evident, but many people still try to portray people they are not in order to be accepted by a certain group. This is an important film because it shows real life situations of how both sides of the spectrum looked at black people, and those who were caught “passing”. The story chronicles the lives of Lora, Annie, and their daughters Susie and Sarah Jane.
The film begins with Lora and Annie at Coney Island where their
Black Pop Culture.
Imation of Life Film Review
“Imitation of Life” is a coveted 1959 classic that brings about memories of a time when fair skinned black people felt obliged to revoke their heritage and cultures in attempt to “pass” for a better life. In a modern time of social equality, this direct problem is not as evident, but many people still try to portray people they are not in order to be accepted by a certain group. This is an important film because it shows real life situations of how both sides of the spectrum looked at black people, and those who were caught “passing”. The story chronicles the lives of Lora, Annie, and their daughters Susie and Sarah Jane.
The film begins with Lora and Annie at Coney Island where their