Mame Dennis, a progressive and independent woman of the 1920s, is left to care for her nephew Patrick after his wealthy father dies. Conflict ensues when the executor of the father's estate objects to the aunt's lifestyle and tries to force her to send Patrick to prep school.
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Awards Dominance
Wins
Nominations
Won
1959
Actress
Rosalind Russell
Actress in a Supporting Role
Peggy Cass
Art Direction
Art Direction: Malcolm Bert; Set Decoration: George James Hopkins
Best Motion Picture
Warner Bros.
Cinematography (Color)
Harry Stradling, Sr.
Film Editing
William Ziegler
1959
Actress In A Leading Role - Musical Or Comedy
Rosalind Russell
Picture - Comedy
Auntie Mame
Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in any Motion Picture
Peggy Cass
New Star Of The Year - Actress
Joanna Barnes
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