"Perhaps the greatest of Cassavetes' films."—Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times
"The most frightening scenes are extremely compelling, and this is a thoughtful film that does prompt serious discussion."—Nora Sayre, New York Times
"An astonishing, compulsive film, directed with a crackling energy."—David Pirie, Time Out
4K Restoration | 50th Anniversary - Screening in memory of Gena Rowlands (1930-2024)
Gena Rowlands gives one of the most powerful screen performances of all time as Mabel, a desperately lonely housewife and mother struggling with her mental health. Married to conservative construction worker, Nick (Peter Falk), her increasing emotional volatility convinces him that she poses a danger to their family as he struggles in vain to pull Mabel out of her decline.
