The Agitating Genius of John Cassavetes

John Cassavetes is frequently referred to as the father of American Independent cinema. He and his wife, legendary actor Gena Rowlands, produced a string of masterpieces over the course of their creative partnership.
This video essay dives into the complicated tones and performances of 1974's A Woman Under the Influence and 1970's Husbands, films which look at the gender dynamics of American society.
Time Stamps:
0:00 - Introduction to John Cassavetes
7:50 - Under the Influence
20:42 - Dinner is Over
29:02 - The Legacy of John Cassavetes

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