Waiting to Exhale

This cultural touchstone, and superb romantic comedy, features standout performances by Whitney Houston and Angela Bassett.

  • Director

    Forest Whitaker

  • With

    Whitney Houston, Angela Bassett, Loretta Devine, Lela Rochon

  • USA 1995. 124min

  • 35mm

  • Certificate

    15

A group of female friends search for love and happiness as they navigate the ups and downs of romance, career choices and motherhood. One of the most joyous celebrations of Black female friendship, this adaptation of Terry McMillan’s best-selling novel is driven by four powerful performances, alongside a number of key set-pieces, including a pivotal hotel scene for one of the main characters.

Contains homophobic attitudes and language.

The screening of Waiting to Exhale on Wednesday 5 August will include an introduction.

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