A Woman Under the Influence
A woman of today, her world, her passions.
Directed by John Cassavetes
Produced by Faces International Films
A raw, unflinching portrait of mental illness and marital breakdown told through the intimate, volatile inner life of a woman in crisis.
Mabel Longhetti, desperate and lonely, is married to a Los Angeles municipal construction worker, Nick. Increasingly unstable, especially in the company of others, she craves happiness, but her extremely volatile behavior convinces Nick that she poses a danger to their family and decides to commit her to an institution for six months. Alone with a trio of kids to raise on his own, he awaits her return, which holds more than a few surprises.
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Is A Woman Under the Influence sad? Yes, very. More sad than 99% of films.
Does A Woman Under the Influence end with hope? Barely. Less hopeful than 80% of films.
Is A Woman Under the Influence easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 74% of films.
Is A Woman Under the Influence scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 61% of films.
Is A Woman Under the Influence violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like A Woman Under the Influence
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
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Like A Woman Under the Influence, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like A Woman Under the Influence, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like A Woman Under the Influence, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
