Hampton Roads Daily Press logo Hampton Roads Daily Press 21 months ago

Adams enchants in 'Miss Pettigrew'

McDormand is Guinevere Pettigrew, a vicar's daughter who has grown up to be "the governess of last resort" among London's wealthy. Full Article at Hampton Roads Daily Press

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