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71% Critic Match
Desert Hearts
“In 1959, Vivian Bell came to Reno, Nevada for a quick divorce. Of all the people she met there, the one who surprised her the most was herself.”
7.1 / 10• 1985• 1h 31m•NR• English
DramaRomance
Storyline
While waiting for her divorce papers, a repressed literature professor finds herself unexpectedly attracted by a carefree, spirited young woman named Cay.
Cast & Crew
Helen Shaver
Vivian Bell
Lead
Patricia Charbonneau
Cay Rivvers
Audra Lindley
Frances Parker
Andra Akers
Silver
Gwen Welles
Gwen
Dean Butler
Darrell
KL
Katie La Bourdette
Lucille
James Staley
Art Warner
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Donna Deitch's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Desert Hearts is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
