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Desert Hearts

It is 1950s Nevada, and Professor Vivian Bell arrives to get a quickie divorce. She's unsatisfied with her marriage, and feels out of place at the ranch she stays on, she finds herself increasingly drawn to Cay Rivers, an open and self-assured lesbian, and the ranchowner's daughter. The emotions released by their developing intimacy, and Vivian's insecurities about her feelings towards Cay, are played out against a backdrop of rocky landscapes and country and western songs.

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Helen Shaver
Vivian Bell
Patricia Charbonneau
Cay Rivvers
Audra Lindley
Frances Parker

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Awards

  • 1986 - Grand Jury Prize - Dramatic - nominated
  • 1985 - Bronze Leopard - - winner
  • 1987 - Independent Spirit Award - Best Female Lead - nominated
  • 1986 - Special Jury Prize - Dramatic - winner

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