Faces (1968)
Faces is a 1968 drama movie directed by John Cassavetes, with a running time of 2h 10m. It stars John Marley, Gena Rowlands and Lynn Carlin.
Middle-aged suburban husband Richard abruptly tells his wife, Maria, that he wants a divorce. As Richard takes up with a younger woman, Maria enjoys a night on the town with her friends and meets a younger man. As the couple and those around them confront a seemingly futile search for what they've lost -- love, excitement, passion -- this classic American independent film explores themes of aging and alienation.
Quick answers
What is Faces about?
Middle-aged suburban husband Richard abruptly tells his wife, Maria, that he wants a divorce. As Richard takes up with a younger woman, Maria enjoys a night on the town with her friends and meets a younger man. As the couple and those around them confront a seemingly futile search for what they've lost -- love, excitement, passion -- this classic American independent film explores themes of aging and alienation.
When was Faces released?
Faces was released on 24 November 1968.
How long is Faces?
Faces runs 2h 10m.
Who made Faces?
Faces was directed by John Cassavetes.
Where can I watch Faces?
Faces is available on Criterion Channel, HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel, Sun Nxt, YouTube TV and Amazon Video.
Where to watch Faces
Stream: Criterion Channel, HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel, Sun Nxt, YouTube TV
Cast
- John Marley as Richard Forst
- Gena Rowlands as Jeannie Rapp
- Lynn Carlin as Maria Forst
- Fred Draper as Freddie Draper
- Seymour Cassel as Chet
- Val Avery as Jim McCarthy
- Dorothy Gulliver as Florence
- Joanne Moore Jordan as Louise Draper
- Darlene Conley as Billy Mae
- Gene Darfler as Joe Jackson
- Elizabeth Deering as Stella
- George Dunn as Comedian