Desert Hearts(1985)
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.
While waiting for her divorce papers, a repressed literature professor finds herself unexpectedly attracted by a carefree, spirited young woman named Cay.
Movie: Desert Hearts
Top 10 Billed Cast
Vivian Bell
Cay Rivvers
Frances Parker
Silver
Gwen
Darrell
Art Warner
Pat
Joe
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