Juanita Moore was an incredible actress in this movie. I loved her dearly. What a wonderful part she had and probably is a wonderful soul as you can see.
sammy7819 yea she lived a good life most of us will not even see 99. Loved her in imitation of life. Which I truly believe she should of won an Oscar for her role. Rip j moore
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One of the MOST BEAUTIFUL actresses of all time....what a beautiful part she played as Annie Johnson ......I cried a lot during her passing and funeral...WOW......what a well known person she was in her town in the movie.....Lana had no idea how known she must have been. Such a gorgeous movie. Beautiful people played in this movie. Steve played by John Gavin.....was a handsome man.....should have been a law against looking so handsome and dashing. Still today a very handsome man. One of my ALL TIME MOST FAVORITE Movies..... Thanks for the Post. RIP Ms Moore.
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Yes Juanita was beautiful. I also cried during the funeral scene, it was so real. This is a great interview, shes just like the way she was in the movie! soft spoken and a lovely lady.
I just seen Juanita on TMC today Imitation of life. Juanita was a very talented Actress, it's so sad hollywood didn't have more work for this Oscar worthy Actress.. Juanita should've gotten the Oscar for her work, by the end of the movie everyone in my house was crying when Annie died and her funeral .Great Actress..
My very first time seeing Imitation of Life was today. im in tears because I feel like Annie sometimes. This movie has taught me to let go when you have done all you can. Thanks for sharing.
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Such a lovely lady!....she was amazing as Annie in Imitation of Life...wonderful caring character and at the end of the film....CRIED MY EYES OUT!!! 😂😂😂😂😂
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Best movie mom EVER! I love you Juanita! I watched this beautiful movie with my late grandmother so many times. Always brings tears to my eyes and I love it more and more each times. God bless!
Thanks again Luke, I will be sure to check it out. I love all of the movies of Ms. Turner, especially the ones you named along with Madame X and Peyton Place too. Just like Ms. Moore said, Lana Turner was a Star, and she was definitely right, and a beautiful one too. I know there were other movies similar to "Imitation Of Life" but the one filmed in 1959, will always be my favorite. I loved the whole cast of that one. Thanks for responding! I really appreciate it.
I don't care how many times I watch this movie, I bawl my eyes out every time.... listening to Juanita talk about Lana, it sounds like Annie talking about Laura.... a true friendship between two amazing women.... this is a brilliant, heartbreaking movie....
No, I haven't seen the 1934 version. I've heard it was out there but I've never been interested in seeing it! Ms Moore, I can't imagine anyone else in her role! Even her real life disposition that comes across in this video warms my heart. Ms Moore seems to not have had to 'act' any differently than who she really was as a person. She seemed to be the sweetest lady! She reminds me so much of my grandmother who passed away 24 years ago, December 1989, around the age of 81.
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Juanita is a beautiful woman inside and out. I'm 62, have watched this movie countless times, sometimes getting in on the last 20 minutes of it and it still pulls something out of me that leaves me crying even after it's ended. Now that's acting!!! Should have gotten an Oscar!!! God bless you Juanita! I hope you know how loved you are!!!
I went to see this movie with my mother when I was twelve. I cried like a baby through the whole movie. I cry even harder now because my mom is gone. She used to work my nerves but I miss her in my own way. I love is many things to do many people.
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NOW THIS is a rare interview!!! What a great idea to sit down with her, she is LOVELY! She has barely aged in this interview, still a beautiful woman. I wonder if she ever did any narration or voice over work, I could listen to her voice for ages... I bet she could sing too :)
I was shocked three years ago by the death of Juanita Moore on New Year's Day, 2014. Would have been 100, but fell short. She will always be Annie Johnson. May she R.I.P, and thanks for this video.
HATTIE MCDANIELS 1893-1952 LOUISE BEAVER 1902-1962 JUANITA WHITE 1914-2014 ARE THE TOP GREATEST AFRICAN AMERICAN ACTRESSES IN HOLLYWOOD OF THE 1930s/,1940s/ 1950s/ they paved the way for so meny and were treated so cruelly and disrespected to badly, they were stereotyped, pigeon Toed to play only one part and were not paid what they deserved and went through so much hatered and racism, they were black actresses at the core of segregation. They were extroardinary actresses who broke barriers and were very strong women. They need monuments of them and statues to remember them. I hate that they are never mentioned as great actresses. My they all RIP. Juanita Sweetheart you deserved that Oscar, you were incredible in the " Imitation of Life" movie...you made me cry, I got so so emotional, your performance was mind blowing amazing...I watch that movie and have loved it ever since. You were robbed of that Oscar.
I have so fallen under the spell of this majestic movie. Juanita Moore is someone most special. Truly, they aren't making people like this any more! To be so moved by this film, made so very long ago, and then, with the flip of a few keys be able to have JM talk to me about the experience of IMITATION OF LIFE some 40 years later is a gift not to be taken for granted. How gracious, gentle, thoughtful and kind is she. Her words held me kind of spell-bound, taking me back to the time & place of the movie. Her appreciation of Lana Turner is so obviously heart-felt and true. I imagine these two actresses, in continuing their friendship over the years, if they didn't see each other often when they did they would be a special bond that nothing could break. Lovely. A final thought is that in having Annie die so grandly in this film from 1958, what a surprise to find her still up and around to talk to us in 1999, going on to celebrate her 99th birthday but a few years ago. That's the way to do it, Juanita Moore! Always in our hearts...
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I've seen Imitation of Life soo many times, i know each line in the movie word for word. This is the first time i've seen an interview of Juanita Moore...she's amazing. She reminds me a lot of my mom (R.I.P) and aunties. Thanks for uploading!
Just touched my heart...Imitation Of Life is by far my favorite film ever and to see Ms. Moore so vibrant and entertaining is so wonderful! Thank you for sharing!! This is an amazing interview.
I love this movie, I cry every time Annie (Juanita Moore) dies. It really touches your heart! Lana Turner and Juanita Moore made my childhood with this movie, even though I'm only 16, I always loved this movie.
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What a beautiful graceful woman! She was so regal and majestic in the movie and you could see every line in her face and eyes! Those eyes- just something about them that pulls at your heart- it's almost too much to look into them- kinda like looking at the sun.
I'm so glad I found this video!! I fell in love with this woman when my folks made us watch classic films when we were young to appreciate good film etc. Annie Johnson was so motherly and loving and caring and made me want to love my own mom even MORE just because of the way she acted with her character. Juanita Moore is the type of woman I would love to have around to tell me stories and just spend time with her. Yeah I loved Imitation of Life!!! I'm a huge fan of this woman and introduced my stepdaughter to the film and she as well fell in love with the character Annie Johnson. Yes this is a treat and thank you for uploading this. : )
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Ms. Moore is such an amazing woman. I agree with what another poster said... I too could listen to her voice all day. Imitation of Life is my absolute most favorite movie of all time. Juanita Moore's performance is really what made me hooked on this version. She is so exquisite and talented. I watched the original and found it unworthy but this 1959 remake was truly remarkable. Lana Turner indeed was a beauty. God's continuous blessings to Ms. Juanita Moore always. Smooches to her, muah!
Juanita Moore was the absolute epitome of modesty, grace, beauty & dignity...I think in her own life she was very much like her character, Annie Johnson...A kind & gentle woman... "Imitation of Life" will always be one of my top, favorite films of it's time....I agree with former commenter, "Iaarbe," that Miss Moore should certainly have at least been seriously considered for the Best Supporting Actress Oscar award...Bless her memory...
For the past couple days I've just been watching these interviews. They are fantastic and soo insightful. Thanks for posting! Too bad people didn't get interviews like this early enough for people like Irene Dunne, Barbara Stanwyck, Lana Turner before they passed.
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She seems to be just as sweet and humble in real life as she was in the movie. It’s Christmas Day and I’m in Guam after my daughter just got married. I don’t know why but I want to watch this movie with them before I leave and go back to San Diego. RIP Ms. Moore❤️
Oh wow, I didn't know that! I have watched 'A Daughter's Memoir' several times now and it is, hands down, one of the BEST documentaries I have ever seen and even people who don't have an Old Hollywood obsession like myself would enjoy it very much. I REALLY, REALLY believe that Lana loved her daughter with everything in her soul... she just happened to be picked out by the God's to be one of the biggest stars in the world and that complicates normal family life, to say the least!
Watching this interview, I realize that Juanita Moore wasn't an accomplished actress - she was a dear, loving, giving soul who shone out in that particular part. Juanita playing Juanita. Bless her dear heart.
That’s exactly what I said! What a disappointment and dis-service to Juanita! During a time as a black actress in such a film that explored the challenges of racism from a woman’s point of view as well as to learn about the life of Ms. Moore... I found it to be quite disrespectful and appalling! What a way to erase this prominent black actress!😡
You are so welcome and no problem. Thank you for the history of 2001 TCM biography of Lana Turner, I did not know that it was the same place of where the stabbing incident took place of her daughter, and Stompanato. I've always loved the oldies classics, they're the best movies. Those are the real actors and actresses, No Doubt!!
I'm half white and half black myself, so I can truly relate to this classic movie. Juanita Moore was very beautiful, caring, saintly, and very effectionate. Oh by the way, I struggle and suffered with my inner self, and was told not to choose, but to be MYSELF from God above. PEACE.
Wow thats the woman who played the African american mother in Imitations of Life! Wow she looks like a whole new beautiful woman wow and she was 99 years old wow I wish I can blessed and looking like her one day!
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+Larry Banks TCM runs it every once in a while- but if you do a Google search, I bet that someone has uploaded it... we can't upload it due to our contract with TCM. :)
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How this woman did not win the Oscar for her performance in Imitation of Life is an Outrage. I loved her in that movie.
laarbe I totally 100% agree
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She didn't win because of HATE. ;(
I agree. She should have won an Oscar. Her relationship with Lana in the movie was emotionally intimate as friends.
Indeed!
Juanita Moore was an incredible actress in this movie. I loved her dearly. What a wonderful part she had and probably is a wonderful soul as you can see.
I just found out today Juanita Moore had pass away, I'm still in shock.
99 years old, she had a long life God Bless her
sammy7819 yea she lived a good life most of us will not even see 99. Loved her in imitation of life. Which I truly believe she should of won an Oscar for her role. Rip j moore
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Imitation of life is my favorite movie. Juanita Moore is great!
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My too
Wow!!!!! She's beautiful!!!!!
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Was just thinking that myself Yvonne 😀
Yes, she's very beautiful and motherly. She displays loving effections motherly love and saintly. I'm half white and half black myself.
One of the MOST BEAUTIFUL actresses of all time....what a beautiful part she played as Annie Johnson ......I cried a lot during her passing and funeral...WOW......what a well known person she was in her town in the movie.....Lana had no idea how known she must have been. Such a gorgeous movie. Beautiful people played in this movie. Steve played by John Gavin.....was a handsome man.....should have been a law against looking so handsome and dashing. Still today a very handsome man.
One of my ALL TIME MOST FAVORITE Movies.....
Thanks for the Post. RIP Ms Moore.
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can you please give me the name of this film ? many thank.
@@jenniferlenny9107 Imitation of Life.
My mum lived the imitation of life movie. It sometimes is played back to back with Msdam X need lots of tissues for these two 💦 weepie movies
Yes Juanita was beautiful. I also cried during the funeral scene, it was so real. This is a great interview, shes just like the way she was in the movie! soft spoken and a lovely lady.
I just seen Juanita on TMC today Imitation of life. Juanita was a very talented Actress, it's so sad hollywood didn't have more work for this Oscar worthy Actress..
Juanita should've gotten the Oscar for her work, by the end of the movie everyone in my house was crying when Annie died and her funeral .Great Actress..
All because of HATE that she didn't win and always given roles unbecoming of her immense talents as blacks were and many brown people.
My very first time seeing Imitation of Life was today. im in tears because I feel like Annie sometimes. This movie has taught me to let go when you have done all you can. Thanks for sharing.
can you please share the name of this film ? many thanks
@@jenniferlenny9107 Imitation of Life is the film.
@@patricecooper8419 many thanks i found it
What an absolutely beautiful lady. I loved her in Imitation of Life. R.I.P lovely lady x
Lovely lady .... I wish she'd done more films.
"Imitation" is a wonderful film. . The dressing-room scene tears your heart apart.
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A wonderful actress, a wonderful human being, a shining example of humbleness. May God bless and keep her safe in his arms xxx
+Anthony Donnely Sweet as sugar and twice as nice, she was...
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Juanita Moore is a sweet, lovely lady and a great actress! I also love how nice she spoke about Lana Turner in this interview. Thanks for posting!
Such a lovely lady!....she was amazing as Annie in Imitation of Life...wonderful caring character and at the end of the film....CRIED MY EYES OUT!!! 😂😂😂😂😂
Amen
She was wonderful in this movie Imitation of Life movie wouldn't have been the same with that Juanita
I just watched "Imitation of Life", still brings me tears. I see that Ms. Juanita is still living. What a beautiful day.
OMG, Ms Moore was from my hometown....Greenwood, MS. WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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What a lovely woman. She should have won an Oscar. Shame on you Hollywood
Wow. To see this is a treat. I'm glad she lived a full life. She is beautiful.
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Rest in Peace, "Annie".
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Beautiful lady love her acting RIP.
Best movie mom EVER! I love you Juanita! I watched this beautiful movie with my late grandmother so many times. Always brings tears to my eyes and I love it more and more each times. God bless!
One of the finest actresses in my opinion. Love watching these short interviews of Juanita.
I'm watching it now on TCM. It has always been a favorite of mine. Every time I watch it it still gives me the same emotional responses.
Lovely Juanita Moore. How graceful, how totally graceful she was! I will always have her Annie in my heart. God bless her.
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Thanks again Luke, I will be sure to check it out. I love all of the
movies of Ms. Turner, especially the ones you named along with
Madame X and Peyton Place too. Just like Ms. Moore said, Lana
Turner was a Star, and she was definitely right, and a beautiful one
too. I know there were other movies similar to "Imitation Of Life" but
the one filmed in 1959, will always be my favorite. I loved the whole cast of that one. Thanks for responding! I really appreciate it.
I don't care how many times I watch this movie, I bawl my eyes out every time.... listening to Juanita talk about Lana, it sounds like Annie talking about Laura.... a true friendship between two amazing women.... this is a brilliant, heartbreaking movie....
Just a beatiful spirit !
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Rest in Paradise Ms Moore. Thank you for your contribution to my favorite movie, Imitation of Life!
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Have you seen the 1934 version?
No, I haven't seen the 1934 version. I've heard it was out there but I've never been interested in seeing it! Ms Moore, I can't imagine anyone else in her role! Even her real life disposition that comes across in this video warms my heart. Ms Moore seems to not have had to 'act' any differently than who she really was as a person. She seemed to be the sweetest lady! She reminds me so much of my grandmother who passed away 24 years ago, December 1989, around the age of 81.
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It's on TH-cam for 2.99 :)
Imitation of Life (1934)
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In case you might want to see- on YT for 2.99
Imitation of Life (1934)
I saw Imitation Of Life not too long ago. It's an amazing film! RIP Juanita.
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Juanita is a beautiful woman inside and out. I'm 62, have watched this movie countless times, sometimes getting in on the last 20 minutes of it and it still pulls something out of me that leaves me crying even after it's ended. Now that's acting!!! Should have gotten an Oscar!!! God bless you Juanita! I hope you know how loved you are!!!
I went to see this movie with my mother when I was twelve. I cried like a baby through the whole movie. I cry even harder now because my mom is gone. She used to work my nerves but I miss her in my own way. I love is many things to do many people.
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ive been watching this since 7yrs old my mom made us and i still love it, such a tear jerker, Ms Moore Ms Moore
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She seemed like such a sweet lady. Exudes such warmth and sincerity, very similar to the Annie character. Glad Juanita had such a long life.
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Should have won an Oscar.
They dont give Oscar's to the best !!!
They give Oscar's to the ones they like!
Imitation of Life is one of those rare perfect movies which will always have a special place in my heart.
NOW THIS is a rare interview!!! What a great idea to sit down with her, she is LOVELY! She has barely aged in this interview, still a beautiful woman. I wonder if she ever did any narration or voice over work, I could listen to her voice for ages... I bet she could sing too :)
I'm so sad to hear this even though you can only live so long and she certainly had a very good and long life. Rest In Peace Miss Moore!
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I was shocked three years ago by the death of Juanita Moore on New Year's Day, 2014. Would have been 100, but fell short. She will always be Annie Johnson. May she R.I.P, and thanks for this video.
HATTIE MCDANIELS 1893-1952
LOUISE BEAVER 1902-1962
JUANITA WHITE 1914-2014
ARE THE TOP GREATEST AFRICAN AMERICAN ACTRESSES IN HOLLYWOOD OF THE 1930s/,1940s/ 1950s/ they paved the way for so meny and were treated so cruelly and disrespected to badly, they were stereotyped, pigeon Toed to play only one part and were not paid what they deserved and went through so much hatered and racism, they were black actresses at the core of segregation. They were extroardinary actresses who broke barriers and were very strong women. They need monuments of them and statues to remember them. I hate that they are never mentioned as great actresses. My they all RIP. Juanita Sweetheart you deserved that Oscar, you were incredible in the " Imitation of Life" movie...you made me cry, I got so so emotional, your performance was mind blowing amazing...I watch that movie and have loved it ever since. You were robbed of that Oscar.
Man rhis lasys energy is going through me. This world needs more of her !!!!!!
Oh my I love her so much on Imitation of Life which I just watched today. What a beautiful film and all the stars in it were just excellent.
"Whatever my name was in the movie".... priceless!!
She’s so beautiful. Her voice...so lovely.
I have so fallen under the spell of this majestic movie. Juanita Moore is someone most special. Truly, they aren't making people like this any more! To be so moved by this film, made so very long ago, and then, with the flip of a few keys be able to have JM talk to me about the experience of IMITATION OF LIFE some 40 years later is a gift not to be taken for granted. How gracious, gentle, thoughtful and kind is she. Her words held me kind of spell-bound, taking me back to the time & place of the movie. Her appreciation of Lana Turner is so obviously heart-felt and true. I imagine these two actresses, in continuing their friendship over the years, if they didn't see each other often when they did they would be a special bond that nothing could break. Lovely. A final thought is that in having Annie die so grandly in this film from 1958, what a surprise to find her still up and around to talk to us in 1999, going on to celebrate her 99th birthday but a few years ago. That's the way to do it, Juanita Moore! Always in our hearts...
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U can tell they had chemistry n that heart felt movie
So wonderful to hear that Lana was as beautiful inside as she was outside! Great interview about two great actresses!
I've seen Imitation of Life soo many times, i know each line in the movie word for word. This is the first time i've seen an interview of Juanita Moore...she's amazing. She reminds me a lot of my mom (R.I.P) and aunties. Thanks for uploading!
That scene is a tear jerker...she had her whole funeral planned (in the movie) 😢
Just touched my heart...Imitation Of Life is by far my favorite film ever and to see Ms. Moore so vibrant and entertaining is so wonderful! Thank you for sharing!! This is an amazing interview.
I love this movie, I cry every time Annie (Juanita Moore) dies. It really touches your heart! Lana Turner and Juanita Moore made my childhood with this movie, even though I'm only 16, I always loved this movie.
Thank you Mrs. Juanita, and happy Lana was your friend.
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I will always love you RIP Juanita Moore.
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She has such a good memory
i was just disapointed, i wanted to hear about Juanita not Lana. but thanks anyway. and i am soooooooooooo grateful for your other interviews
Robert Bolla um...that’s because it was a documentary about Lana
THANKS
What a beautiful graceful woman! She was so regal and majestic in the movie and you could see every line in her face and eyes! Those eyes- just something about them that pulls at your heart- it's almost too much to look into them- kinda like looking at the sun.
I'm so glad I found this video!! I fell in love with this woman when my folks made us watch classic films when we were young to appreciate good film etc. Annie Johnson was so motherly and loving and caring and made me want to love my own mom even MORE just because of the way she acted with her character. Juanita Moore is the type of woman I would love to have around to tell me stories and just spend time with her. Yeah I loved Imitation of Life!!! I'm a huge fan of this woman and introduced my stepdaughter to the film and she as well fell in love with the character Annie Johnson. Yes this is a treat and thank you for uploading this. : )
+hektorlinko
Thanks for tuning in, and for your positive comment- we're very happy
that you are enjoying the interview. :) We shot this interview in the
living room of the house on Bedford Drive in Beverly Hills where the
Johnny Stompanato killing took place... when we were producing "Lana
Turner- A Daughter's Memoir" for TCM in 2001. It's packaged on DVD with
"The Bad and the Beautiful".
Luke Sacher
please can you share the name of the film ? many thanks
@@jenniferlenny9107 Imitation of Life
She was a beautiful lady inside and out. Great actress very underrated. Rest in piece J.M.
Thanks for your lovely words, Coach. Blessings to you and yours.
Yes, Ms. Moore, it absolutely was and is a Classic!
RIP Juanita Moore.
One of the Best movies I have ever seen!!
God bless her soul, she's such an inspiration and still as beautiful as ever :)
she was a beautiful lady and such a sweet heart you can tell
Ms. Moore is such an amazing woman. I agree with what another poster said... I too could listen to her voice all day. Imitation of Life is my absolute most favorite movie of all time. Juanita Moore's performance is really what made me hooked on this version. She is so exquisite and talented. I watched the original and found it unworthy but this 1959 remake was truly remarkable. Lana Turner indeed was a beauty. God's continuous blessings to Ms. Juanita Moore always. Smooches to her, muah!
Juanita Moore was the absolute epitome of modesty, grace, beauty & dignity...I think in her own life she was very much like her character, Annie Johnson...A kind & gentle woman...
"Imitation of Life" will always be one of my top, favorite films of it's time....I agree with former commenter, "Iaarbe," that Miss Moore should certainly have at least been seriously considered for the Best Supporting Actress Oscar award...Bless her memory...
Juanita Moore was sensational in "Imitation of Life"! Her characterization of Annie was so loving. She had a tremendous presence on the screen.
Dear Robert- thank you very much! That's awfully kind of you- we do appreciate it. :)
She was so adorable
She was beautiful and a fantastic actress💝
Just watching Juanita Moore in an episode of Adam-12. Last thing I saw her in was Disney's The Kid. She was such a sweet human being.
She was a beautiful and humble lady.
Imitation of life, I just saw it yesterday and she was awesom.
What a beautiful person I love her😊❤❤❤
Rest In Peace Juanita Moore. Thank you!
And thank YOU for tuning in and your kind words- we are being swamped with sympathies and condolences... sorry for the delay in replying. :)
I am touched that you took the time to reply. God Bless you.
Larry Bamm
And you, Larry! :) My pleasure- on behalf of Juanita.
For the past couple days I've just been watching these interviews. They are fantastic and soo insightful. Thanks for posting! Too bad people didn't get interviews like this early enough for people like Irene Dunne, Barbara Stanwyck, Lana Turner before they passed.
Thanks, Victoria- we very much appreciate your viewing and your kind words. :) We do have quite a few other interviews that we haven't yet uploaded- hope to get around to it soon! I recommend looking at Van Johnson's interview if you haven't yet looked. He's totally great!
What a great lady!! Not a pretentious bone in her body! God bless you Juanita!!
She seems to be just as sweet and humble in real life as she was in the movie. It’s Christmas Day and I’m in Guam after my daughter just got married. I don’t know why but I want to watch this movie with them before I leave and go back to San Diego. RIP Ms. Moore❤️
An ageless beauty...."Imitation Of Life" the best classic movie ever!.........R.I.P. ....
Ms. Lana Turner and Sandra Dee.
thank you Mrs. Juanita
Thanks a lot for tuning in and taking time to comment- very kind of you.
I always thought she was such a doll❤
She sound the same. So humble. Bless her spirit.
I could just watch your channel forever! :)
Oh wow, I didn't know that! I have watched 'A Daughter's Memoir' several times now and it is, hands down, one of the BEST documentaries I have ever seen and even people who don't have an Old Hollywood obsession like myself would enjoy it very much. I REALLY, REALLY believe that Lana loved her daughter with everything in her soul... she just happened to be picked out by the God's to be one of the biggest stars in the world and that complicates normal family life, to say the least!
Watching this interview, I realize that Juanita Moore wasn't an accomplished actress - she was a dear, loving, giving soul who shone out in that particular part. Juanita playing Juanita. Bless her dear heart.
its all about LANA, she doesnt ask juanita much about HERSELF
Right!
That's because this is an interview that was shot for a documentary about Lana Turner.
I clicked on because I thought this was interview about Ms. Juanita
Umm thank you what kind of crap is this.... they have a beautiful, living Legend in they face in all they can do is talking about another actress?
That’s exactly what I said! What a disappointment and dis-service to Juanita! During a time as a black actress in such a film that explored the challenges of racism from a woman’s point of view as well as to learn about the life of Ms. Moore... I found it to be quite disrespectful and appalling! What a way to erase this prominent black actress!😡
You.
Are fantastic. And you too are gracious.
You are so welcome and no problem. Thank you for the history of
2001 TCM biography of Lana Turner, I did not know that it was the
same place of where the stabbing incident took place of her daughter, and Stompanato. I've always loved the oldies classics,
they're the best movies. Those are the real actors and actresses,
No Doubt!!
Rest in Peace and Rest In Power, dear Ms. Juanita ❤❤❤🙏✝️🌅💯
Juanita was my favorite character in that movie........she made the movie......but what a tear jerker it was
I'm half white and half black myself, so I can truly relate to this classic movie. Juanita Moore was very beautiful, caring, saintly, and very effectionate. Oh by the way, I struggle and suffered with my inner self, and was told not to choose, but to be MYSELF from God above. PEACE.
She was an incredible actress, May her soul rest in peace.
She was on an episode of Adam-12 and she was police official. Keep watching MeTV...I'm sure it will show up again⭐⭐⭐🎈🎈
She passed away last year at 99
Omg! She was sweet all the way until the end. What an awesome lady rest in heaven. You deserve your star.
Oh wow I'm 4years too late rip beautiful
Thanks very much for your kind thoughts- she was so great in "Walk on the Wild Side"
Beautiful sweet woman GREAT ACTRESS ❤❤
Wow - Juanita appears to be just as beautiful in real life as her character was ❤
This is a "Juanita Moore" interview; why all the questions about Lana Turner. I would love to know more about Ms. Moore.
One of my favorite movies
she's so beautiful
Wow thats the woman who played the African american mother in Imitations of Life! Wow she looks like a whole new beautiful woman wow and she was 99 years old wow I wish I can blessed and looking like her one day!
+Larry Banks Thanks for tuning in, and for your positive comment- we're very happy that you are enjoying the interview. :) We shot this interview in the living room of the house on Bedford Drive in Beverly Hills where the
Johnny Stompanato killing took place... when we were producing "Lana
Turner- A Daughter's Memoir" for TCM in 2001. It's packaged on DVD with
"The Bad and the Beautiful".
Luke Sacher
Praeses & Soapbox Productions Inc.
Wow interesting I didn't know there was movie out by Lana Turner-A Daughter's Memoir I can't wait to see it thanks for sharing!
+Larry Banks TCM runs it every once in a while- but if you do a Google search, I bet that someone has uploaded it... we can't upload it due to our contract with TCM. :)
***** make sense I will do that
+Larry Banks Love to you and yours, young sir- so great to meet someone of today's generation with an interest in history. BRAVO.
RIP Juanita.
Thanks for tuning in, and your sympathies! She outlived everyone- because her heart was true. :)
That's swell of you to say, Anne... :) You might be interested in taking a look at some of our unedited interviews- especially with Lillian Burns Sidney, the head drama coach and casting director at MGM. She taught Lana how to fall down the stairs in Ziegfeld Girl without breaking her neck! My favorite Lana picture is either The Bad and the Beautiful or Two Girls on Broadway with Joan Blondell...
Warmest regards-
Luke Sacher
Lovely woman, wonderful stories.