Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown
Director: Pedro Almodóvar Run Time: 88 min. Format: Digital Projection Release Year: 1988 Language: Spanish with English subtitles
Starring: Antonio Banderas, Carmen Maura, Julieta Serrano, María Barranco, Rossy de Palma
Barbie’s use of layered and bright colors is a nod to this screwball dark comedy about a soap actress named Pepa who, after getting dumped by her lover Iván, needs to track him down to deliver an important message. But her life—and her apartment—are soon invaded by a series of visitors, each with their own improbable and hilarious misfortunes.
Double Feature with THE UMBRELLAS OF CHERBOURG
Staff Pick
“I look forward to seeing Pedro Almodovar’s ‘Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown’ on 35 mm. I enjoy dark comedies and this one delivers, led by a strong ensemble of actors, bold colors, and vivid fashion to match!” – Markelle