Plot
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.
Written by
Jane Rule, Natalie Cooper
Directed by
Donna Deitch
Crew
Production Countries
United States of America
Production Companies
Samuel Goldwyn Company, Desert Hearts Productions
Languages
English
Awards
2 wins & 2 nominations
Scores
# of Votes
7,788
Average Rating
7.1 out of 10
Metascore
67
Popularity
NA