Desert Hearts
"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."
Originally released in 1985. Desert Hearts is a drama/romance film. directed by Donna Deitch.
Starring Helen Shaver, Patricia Charbonneau, and Audra Lindley
Synopsis
While waiting for her divorce papers, a repressed literature professor finds herself unexpectedly attracted by a carefree, spirited young woman named Cay.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 1, 1985
40 years ago
Runtime
1h 31m
91 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (166 votes)
Budget
$350K
Production budget
Box Office
$2.4M
6.9x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $350,000
- Revenue
- $2,400,000
Production Companies
- Desert Hearts Productions
- The Samuel Goldwyn Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desert Hearts about?
While waiting for her divorce papers, a repressed literature professor finds herself unexpectedly attracted by a carefree, spirited young woman named Cay.
Who directed Desert Hearts?
Desert Hearts was directed by Donna Deitch.
How long is Desert Hearts?
Desert Hearts has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).
When was Desert Hearts released?
Desert Hearts was released on October 1, 1985 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Desert Hearts?
The main cast of Desert Hearts includes Helen Shaver, Patricia Charbonneau, Audra Lindley, Andra Akers, Gwen Welles.
Is Desert Hearts worth watching?
Desert Hearts has a user rating of 7.0/10 based on 166 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.