Gena Rowlands: the fiercest, most incandescent star of US indie cinema
Briefly

In 'Gloria', Gena Rowlands delivers an awe-inspiring performance, embodying a strong, passionate heroine who defies traditional gender roles, showcasing sensuality and resilience.
Rowlands, as Gloria, experiences a midlife change of heart, transforming from a mafia girlfriend to a fierce protector of a boy in danger, illustrating her dynamic character.
Rowlands' portrayal of Gloria harkens back to classic film heroines like Barbara Stanwyck and Bette Davis, cementing her role as a powerful female figure in cinema.
Though known for her tender role in 'The Notebook', Rowlands' performance in 'Gloria' reveals a more complex and powerful female character often underestimated in modern narratives.
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