How long is Desert Hearts?

Desert Hearts is 1 hr 36 min long.

Who is Vivian Bell in Desert Hearts?

Helen Shaver plays Vivian Bell in the film.

What is Desert Hearts about?

DESERT HEARTS, 1986, 90 min. Dir. Donna Deitch. A stunning achievement of storytelling and romantic abandon, this classic lesbian film tells the story of Vivian (Helen Shaver), an uptight English professor visiting Reno for a divorce in 1959. When she meets free-spirited Cay (Patricia Charbonneau), a sculptress and casino worker, Vivian’s orderly demeanor gives way to passion and a self-realization she never imagined. Discussion following with director Donna Deitch.

Desert Hearts

Name: Desert Hearts
Genre: Drama,Romance
Duration: 96
Rating: 77

NR 1 hr 36 min

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How long is Desert Hearts?: Desert Hearts is 1 hr 36 min long.

Who directed Desert Hearts?: Donna Deitch

Who is Vivian Bell in Desert Hearts?: Helen Shaver plays Vivian Bell in the film.

What is Desert Hearts about?: DESERT HEARTS, 1986, 90 min. Dir. Donna Deitch. A stunning achievement of storytelling and romantic abandon, this classic lesbian film tells the story of Vivian (Helen Shaver), an uptight English professor visiting Reno for a divorce in 1959. When she meets free-spirited Cay (Patricia Charbonneau), a sculptress and casino worker, Vivian’s orderly demeanor gives way to passion and a self-realization she never imagined. Discussion following with director Donna Deitch.