Gena Rowlands, One of a Kind

After starting her career in theater and numerous 1950s TV series, Gena Rowlands emerged as a key figure in American independent cinema in the 1960s. While her career encompasses much more, it is her unforgettable performances in the films of John Cassavetes, her husband and creative partner for 35 years, that established her as a legendary actress, embodying a unique and iconic representation of femininity on screen.