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Gena Rowlands Shows Her True Power in ‘A Woman Under the Influence’

In “A Woman Under the Influence,” her gloriously, terrifyingly imperfect Mabel was emblematic of the actress’s work, especially with John Cassavetes.

By Manohla Dargis

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Gena Rowlands: A Life in Pictures

The late actress might have followed in the path of so many other studio-system bombshells. But in one explosive performance after another, Ms. Rowlands proved she had more to offer.

By Guy Trebay

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10 Movies Starring Gena Rowlands, From ‘The Notebook’ to ‘Opening Night’

She delivered vulnerable portraits in movies as varied as “A Woman Under the Influence,” with John Cassavetes, and the drama “The Notebook.”

By Esther Zuckerman

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Gena Rowlands, Actress Who Bought Raw Drama to Her Roles, Dies at 94

Known for playing on-the-verge characters, she was twice earned Oscar nominations for her work in films directed by John Cassavetes, her husband.

By Anita Gates

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