Visions of Europe X LUMI: Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown
Lumi presents a Visions of Europe screening of Pedro Almodóvar's breakout comedy Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown (1988).
Melding melodrama with screwball farce, this black comedy was Pedro Almodóvar’s international breakthrough and secured his place at the vanguard of modern Spanish cinema. Chosen by our LUMI Programmers.
Continuing the auteur’s exploration of the female psyche, Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown tells the story of Pepa—played by the director’s frequent collaborator Carmen Maura—who resolves to kill herself with a batch of sleeping-pill-laced gazpacho after her lover leaves her. Fortunately, she is interrupted by a deliciously chaotic series of events.
The filmmaker channeled Hollywood inspiration into his own unique vision, arriving at the irreverent humour and vibrant visual sense that define his work today. With an exceptional ensemble cast that also includes Antonio Banderas and Rossy de Palma, this film shows an artist in total control of his craft.
Visions of Europe returns for its 4th edition, celebrating the breadth of European cinema with a handpicked selection of new releases, previews, festival hits and classics returning to the big screen.
Supported by Film Hub NI, part of the BFI Film Audience Network, awarding funds from National Lottery.
