Gena Rowlands was a peerless actress in films directed by her husband, John Cassavetes, whose commitment to raw emotion and improvisation made their collaborations uniquely powerful.
In A Woman Under the Influence, Rowlands' performance as Mabel showcases her ability to convey both intense vulnerability and fierce emotion, a feat that earned her an Oscar nomination.
Critics described Rowlands as 'a little too weird for superstardom,' emphasizing her focus on authenticity over the traditional glamour that often defined leading ladies of her time.
Opening Night, while initially unsuccessful, is now recognized as a profound character study, reflecting Rowlands’ exceptional range and depth as an actress.
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