A Woman Under the Influence (1974)
A Woman Under the Influence is a 1974 drama movie directed by John Cassavetes, with a running time of 2h 35m. It stars Gena Rowlands, Peter Falk and Fred Draper.
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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What is A Woman Under the Influence about?
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.
When was A Woman Under the Influence released?
A Woman Under the Influence was released on 18 November 1974.
How long is A Woman Under the Influence?
A Woman Under the Influence runs 2h 35m.
Who made A Woman Under the Influence?
A Woman Under the Influence was directed by John Cassavetes.
Where can I watch A Woman Under the Influence?
A Woman Under the Influence is available on Criterion Channel, HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Kanopy and Amazon Video.
Where to watch A Woman Under the Influence
Stream: Criterion Channel, HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV
Watch free: Kanopy
Cast
- Gena Rowlands as Mabel Longhetti
- Peter Falk as Nick Longhetti
- Fred Draper as George Mortensen
- Lady Rowlands as Martha Mortensen
- Katherine Cassavetes as Margaret Longhetti
- Matthew Labyorteaux as Angelo Longhetti
- Matthew Cassel as Tony Longhetti
- Christina Grisanti as Maria Longhetti
- George Dunn as Garson Cross
- Mario Gallo as Harold Jensen
- Eddie Shaw as Dr. Zepp
- Angelo Grisanti as Vito Grimaldi