Released on December 22, 1995, and directed by Forest Whitaker, is a romantic drama based on the best-selling novel by Terry McMillan. The story centers on four African-American women living in Phoenix, Arizona, who support each other through the challenges of love, careers, and family. The title refers to their shared feeling of "holding their breath" while waiting for a stable, committed relationship with a good man. The Four Journeys The film follows the individual paths of four best friends: