Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown
Director: Pedro Almodóvar
Actors: Carmen Maura, Antonio Banderas, Julieta Serrano
PlotPepa, a voice actress, is thrown into emotional turmoil when Iván, her lover and professional partner, abruptly leaves her. In her desperation to contact him and find answers, she learns that Iván has moved on with another woman. As she attempts to reach him, a series of unexpected guests begin to arrive at her apartment, including her friend Candela, who is entangled with a terrorist group, and Carlos, Iván's estranged son, along with his fiancée Marisa. Pepa's apartment becomes a chaotic focal point where various personal crises converge.
As the day progresses, misunderstandings and unexpected interactions heighten the emotional intensity. Candela's fear, heightened by the police search for the terrorists, causes additional complications. Meanwhile, Pepa’s determination to confront Iván grows stronger amidst the chaos, even as she grapples with shocking revelations. The evolving dynamics between all the characters lead to both humorous and poignant moments as each person wrestles with their own dilemmas.
Writers: Pedro Almodóvar, Jean Cocteau
Release Date: 11 Nov 1988
Runtime: 88 min
Rating: R
Country: Spain
Language: Spanish
Home Video Reviews
Fully remastered under Almodóvar's supervision, 'Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown' Blu-ray boasts stunning visuals and insightful interviews, making it a must-have.
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A must-own Blu-ray with Almodovar’s classic restored in stunning 2K, offering an essential mix of farce and tension that's still compelling today. Highly recommended!
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