The Midnight Ramble Film Society Presents... "Waiting to Exhale" at the Modern

About this event

Set against the sun-soaked backdrop of Phoenix, Arizona, four successful Black women navigate the turbulent waters of romance, career, and self-discovery. Successful TV producer Savannah (Whitney Houston) holds out hope for an available man, while fierce businesswoman Bernadine (Angela Bassett) reclaims her life after a devastating betrayal. Meanwhile, beauty salon owner Gloria (Loretta Devine) searches for true connection, and glamorous executive Robin (Lela Rochon) keeps looking for love in all the wrong places. Through heartbreak, infidelity, and unexpected triumphs, their unbreakable bond proves that true strength lies in sisterhood.

Directed with warmth and elegance by Forest Whitaker and adapted from Terry McMillan’s bestselling novel, Waiting to Exhale (1995) is a landmark romantic drama that defined a generation. Driven by an iconic, fiery performance from Angela Bassett, an effortless turn by Whitney Houston, and an unbelievable 11x-Platinum soundtrack curated by Babyface, this beloved classic is an empowering, funny, and deeply moving celebration of love, resilience, and female friendship.