Waiting to Exhale

(1995)Directed by Forest Whitaker127 min · RComedy, Drama, Romance
Friends are the people who let you be yourself... and never let you forget it.

Cheated on, mistreated and stepped on, the women are holding their breath, waiting for the elusive "good man" to break a string of less-than-stellar lovers. Friends and confidants Vannah, Bernie, Glo and Robin talk it all out, determined to find a better way to breathe.

Whitney Houstonas Savannah
Angela Bassettas Bernadine
Lela Rochonas Robin
Gregory Hinesas Marvin
Dennis Haysbertas Kenneth
Michael Beachas John, Sr.
Leonas Russell
Wendell Pierceas Michael
Jazz Raycoleas Onika
Brandon Hammondas John, Jr.
Kenya Mooreas Denise
Wren T. Brownas Minister
Theoas On Air D.J.
Ken Loveas DJ at the Hermosa
Starletta DuPoisas Savannah's Mother
Shari L. Carpenteras Savannah's Assistant
Thomas R. Leanderas Interviewer
Cordell Conwayas Group at Hermosa Table