Synopsis
An Unmarried Woman follows Erica, a comfortable Upper East Side housewife whose world is shattered when her husband confesses he has fallen in love with another woman. Forced to redefine herself, Erica navigates therapy, new friendships, and a passionate romance with a free-spirited artist. The film is a landmark feminist drama celebrating a woman's journey toward self-discovery and autonomy.
Why Watch It
# An Unmarried Woman
A sharp, tender exploration of identity and independence that captures 1970s New York with genuine intimacy. Jill Clayburgh delivers a career-defining performance as a woman discovering herself beyond marriage, anchored by naturalistic dialogue and Mazursky's empathetic direction that refuses easy answers.
Did You Know?
- Jill Clayburgh received an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress.
- The film premiered at the 1978 Cannes Film Festival.
- Director Paul Mazursky drew inspiration from real divorced women's stories.
- Alan Bates improvised several scenes with Jill Clayburgh on set.
- The film was considered groundbreaking for its feminist perspective in 1978.
Iconic Quotes
- I'm a person. I'm not just a wife.
- I don't want to belong to anyone right now.
- You have to get to know yourself all over again.
- Being alone isn't the worst thing in the world.
- I'm not ready to be someone's answer to loneliness.
