Lora Meredith, a white widow who aspires to be a Broadway star, meets Annie Johnson, a black single mother, in a chance encounter. Lora's daughter, Susie, is placed in Annie's care while Lora pursues her theater career. Lora's quest for popularity jeopardizes her relationship with Susie, while Annie's light-skinned daughter, Sarah Jane, struggles with her African-American identity.
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Lora Meredith, a white widow who aspires to be a Broadway star, meets Annie Johnson, a black single mother, in a chance encounter. Lora's daughter, Susie, is placed in Annie's care while Lora pursues her theater career. Lora's quest for popularity jeopardizes her relationship with Susie, while Annie's light-skinned daughter, Sarah Jane, struggles with her African-American identity.
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