Diary of a Mad Housewife (1970)
Release Year: 1970
Nation: United States
Alternative Title: Diario de una esposa desesperada, Quando Nem um Amante Resolve, Journal intime d'une femme mariée, Konen er gal, Hupsun kotirouvan päiväkirja
Director: Frank Perry
Writer: Eleanor Perry, Sue Kaufman
Production & Genre
Producer: Producer: Frank Perry, Ronald H. Gilbert
Companies: Frank Perry Films Inc., Universal Pictures
Genre: Comedy, Comedy Drama, Comedy Film, Drama
Budget: N/A
Awards & Similar
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Keywords
Keywords: abusive marriage, adultery, bored housewife, housewife, infidelity, love triangle, marital problem, new york city
Story
Tina Balser, a bored New York housewife married to Jonathan, a pompous lawyer who ridicules her in front of their children, finds solace and excitement in an affair with George Prager, a dashing but sadistic writer. Throughout the relationship, George torments Tina much like Jonathan does. Eventually, after George's infidelity and emotional abuse, Tina leaves him and returns to her husband.
Summary
'Diary of a Mad Housewife' (1970) is a comedy-drama film directed by Frank Perry that follows the life of Tina Balser, played by Carrie Snodgress. The story explores themes of marital dysfunction, infidelity, and self-discovery within the context of 1970s New York City. Despite limited source information about broader themes or significance, the provided plots focus on Tina's journey from a dissatisfied housewife to someone who finds temporary escape in an affair, only to face similar abuse.
