1959 Imitation of Life Lobby Card

Imitation of Life is a 1959 American drama film directed by Douglas Sirk, produced by Ross Hunter and released by Universal International. It was Sirk’s final Hollywood film and dealt with issues of race, class and gender. Imitation of Life is the second film adaptation of Fannie Hurst’s novel of the same name; the first, directed by John M. Stahl, was released in 1934.

The film’s top-billed stars are Lana Turner and John Gavin, and the cast also features Sandra Dee, Dan O’Herlihy, Susan Kohner, Robert Alda and Juanita Moore. Kohner and Moore received Academy Award nominations for their performances. Gospel music star Mahalia Jackson appears as a church choir soloist.

Presented is a 11×14 lobby card from the 1959 film Imitation of Life. It shows moderate display wear especially concentrated along the borders/edges.

1959 Imitation of Life Lobby Card