A Woman Under the Influence

A Woman Under the Influence (1974) is a drama, romance film directed by John Cassavetes rated 7.8/10.

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.

Cast

Gena Rowlands

Mabel Longhetti

Peter Falk

Nick Longhetti

Fred Draper

George Mortensen

Lady Rowlands

Martha Mortensen

Katherine Cassavetes

Margaret Longhetti

Matthew Labyorteaux

Angelo Longhetti

Matthew Cassel

Tony Longhetti

Christina Grisanti

Maria Longhetti

George Dunn

Garson Cross

Mario Gallo

Harold Jensen

Eddie Shaw

Dr. Zepp

Angelo Grisanti

Vito Grimaldi