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Desert Hearts

DVD Widescreen
2-disc Coll. Edit

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Synopsis

This now-classic film, set in 1959, tells the story of an uptight English professor who goes to Reno for a divorce and meets a sculptress with whom she begins a passionate affair.

Review

An American lesbian classic!
Desert Hearts was trail-blazing in its positive depiction of a love affair between two intelligent and attractive women. An uptight English professor travels to Reno to get a divorce (the film is set in 1959), and there meets a sexy, free-spirited sculptress. Their attraction for each other and their budding love is played out in a realistic, romantic and all-together sensuous fashion. Helen Shaver and Patrice Charbonneau in the leads both give warm, expansive performances.

Product Format Information

DVD Widescreen: $16.99 (2-disc Collector's Edition)

Availability: Usually ships in
5-10 days
Close Caption: Yes
Region Code: 1
UPC: 754703762832
Catalog #: DL1049812

Studio : Wolfe Releasing

Languages: English Dolby Digital Stereo (Primary)
Aspect Ratio: Widescreen
Extras: Trailers
Features:
Audio commentary
Bonus footage: Never before seen footage of the famous love scene.
Interview(s): Patricia Charbonneau, Helen Shaver

Customer Reviews

Straight Women Shouldn't Kiss

KJ wrote on 07/14/2003:

This movie is based on a book, Desert of the Heart, by Jane Rule. It takes place in Reno and surrounding areas where I grew up. The story is wonderful; the stretch from straight actress to lesbian character is just too much for this film. I only wish the actors could get past that, and see one another as they do in the book: compelling; wonderful; awestruck. All against the stark background of the high desert in 1950's Reno. Nice try, but next time get women who can look like they ENJOY touching one another.

Love This Movie!

Jenn wrote on 08/28/2001:

I was a little bit nervous about buying this movie-as it is older than I am-but I am definately glad I did. I love this movie. I watch it all the time. I just wish I was as outgoing as Cay-I love her character. I recommend this movie to anyone who enjoys a good love story. I like this movie so much that I also bought the book...which I just received today. I can't wait to read it!