Drama / Psychological
USA,
1974, 155 min
Directed by:
John CassavetesScreenplay:
John CassavetesComposer:
Bo HarwoodCast:
Gena Rowlands, Peter Falk, Fred Draper, Lady Rowlands, Katherine Cassavetes, Matthew Labyorteaux, Matthew Cassel, Christina Grisanti, Xan Cassavetes (more)Plots(1)
Nick and Mabel Longhetti (Peter Falk and Gena Rowlands) are a happily married couple living in Los Angeles but all that changes when Nick becomes increasingly worried about Mabel's erratic behaviour. Concerned for her mental health, he decides to have her committed to an institution to receive treatment for six months. The film follows Nick trying to cope with life as a single parent to his three kids while Mabel tries to overcome her mental illness in the hope that she can soon return to a normal life at home with her family. (Optimum Home Entertainment)
(more)Awards
- Winner
- Nominations
Academy Awards
- 1975 - John Cassavetes (Best Achievement in Directing)
- 1975 - Gena Rowlands (Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role)
Golden Globes
- 1975 - Gena Rowlands (Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama)
- 1975 - Best Motion Picture – Drama
- 1975 - John Cassavetes (Best Director)
- 1975 - John Cassavetes (Best Screenplay)
New York Film Critics Circle Awards
- 1974 - Gena Rowlands (Best Actress)
San Sebastián International Film Festival
- 1975 - Gena Rowlands (Silver Shell for Best Actress)
- 1975 - John Cassavetes (Silver Shell)
- 1975 - John Cassavetes (Golden Shell for Best Film)
Norwegian International Film Festival Haugesund
- 1976 - John Cassavetes (The Norwegian Critics Award)