Go to www.hatsoffthemovie.com right away and get a copy of this wonderful film for every hat lover on your list. Throw in a hat, and you've got the perfect present.
Directed by Jyll Johnstone, produced by Jyll Johnstone and Michael Arlen Davis, the documentary traces the day to day life of the indomitable Mimi Weddell, actress and hat wearer sublime. Mimi Weddell plays herself: she taps, acts, poses and happens to be 93 years of age. Named by New York Magazine as one of the "50 Most Beautiful People in New York", Mimi has appeared in television, films and ad campaigns since she began her acting career 30 years ago.
The darling of the film festival circuit, both here and in Europe, "Hats Off" celebrates the life and whimsy of a determined, pragmatic woman "rising above it" in New York City, in an industry that calls for singleminded determination, at any age.
This film will make you get up, get out, and celebrate your every waking moment.
Now, go buy a hat and have an adventure!
Photo courtesy of Nicole Begiveno/The New York Times
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