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Desert Hearts

Desert Hearts

Drama Romance
1985, Movie, 1h 31min
While waiting for her divorce papers, a repressed literature professor finds herself unexpectedly attracted by a carefree, spirited young woman named Cay.
Director: Donna Deitch
Cast: Helen Shaver, Patricia Charbonneau

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Helen Shaver
as Vivian Bell
Patricia Charbonneau
as Cay Rivvers
Audra Lindley
as Frances Parker
Andra Akers
as Silver
Gwen Welles
as Gwen
Dean Butler
as Darrell
James Staley
as Art Warner
Denise Crosby
as Pat
Alex McArthur
as Walter

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