A Woman Under the Influence
1974
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Synopsis
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.
Facts
Awards
National Board of Review: Top Ten Films
Setting
Los Angeles
Original language
English
Trailer
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Festival History
- The Rio Grind Film Festival 2026
- International Film Festival Rotterdam 1989 generic
- Berlin International Film Festival 1977 generic
- Academy Awards 1975 academy_award
- San Sebastián International Film Festival 1975 generic
