Under the Weather (2020 film)

Under the Weather is a 2020 drama film directed by Giovanna Giardina. The film stars Laurie Metcalf as Cathy, a middle-aged woman struggling with empty nest syndrome and economic anxiety after her children leave home and her husband's business faces difficulties.

The plot centers around Cathy's efforts to find purpose and meaning in her life after these significant changes. She grapples with feelings of isolation and uselessness, compounded by financial worries and a sense of being adrift. The film explores themes of family, aging, economic hardship, and the search for self-worth.

Reception of Under the Weather was generally positive, with critics praising Metcalf's performance and the film's sensitive portrayal of a woman facing mid-life challenges. Some reviewers noted the film's quiet and understated approach to its subject matter, while others appreciated its realistic depiction of the struggles faced by many families in economically uncertain times.