Review of A Woman Under the Influence (1974) by Jeffrey M — 11 Mar 2008

The only film about mental illness as far as I'm concerned.

This review of A Woman Under the Influence (1974) was written by Jeffrey M on 11 Mar 2008.

A Woman Under the Influence has generally received very positive reviews.

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