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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.

Desert Hearts

19851h 31m7.1 TMDB

DramaRomance

While waiting for her divorce papers, a repressed literature professor finds herself unexpectedly attracted by a carefree, spirited young woman named Cay.

Directed by Donna Deitch

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Cast

Helen Shaver

Vivian Bell

Patricia Charbonneau

Cay Rivvers

Audra Lindley

Frances Parker

Andra Akers

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Gwen Welles

Gwen

Dean Butler

Darrell

Katie La Bourdette

Lucille

James Staley

Art Warner

Denise Crosby

Pat

Antony Ponzini

Joe

Alex McArthur

Walter

Tyler Tyhurst

Buck

Brenda Beck

Joyce

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At a glance

Status: Released
Original language: en
IMDb ID: tt0089015

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