Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown

A very joyful film, although you wouldn't guess it from the title and synopsis. The main character, Pepa Marcos, is just a step away from complete madness and continually finds herself in unexpected and absurd situations. It all begins when her married lover leaves her.

This film brought Pedro Almodóvar international fame. In this work, he solidified his reputation as a unique filmmaker, showcasing his ease in inventing stunning visual elements and quirky social interactions. The vibrant color palette, dominated by red and blue, highlights the dynamics of events from the opening credits to the final frames.

Nominated for an Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film and winner of five Goya Awards—the main Spanish film awards. The highest-grossing Spanish film in the history of Spain.