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.