- Older Than They Think: The name "Little Annie Rooney" was popularized with a 19th-century song by Michael Nolan, but the term predates the song.
- Tear Jerker: Annie receiving the news of her father's death. When she collapses in tears next to his birthday cake, the lighting is arranged so that even her hair loses its shine.
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