Desert Hearts (1985) - [HD] - Helen Shaver, Patricia Charbonneau

Desert Hearts is a 1985 movie directed by Donna Deitch, and it quickly became a cult classic in the LGBTQ+ community. The film tells the story of Vivian Bell, an English professor who goes to Reno to get a quick divorce, and falls in love with a free-spirited artist named Cay Rivvers. The movie, set in the 1950s, is a groundbreaking representation of a same-sex relationship that doesn't end tragically.

One of the standout performances in Desert Hearts is that of Helen Shaver, who plays Vivian Bell. Shaver, a Canadian actress, had already established herself in the industry before Desert Hearts, but it was her role in the movie that made her a gay icon. Shaver's portrayal of Vivian is complex and nuanced, showing the character's vulnerability and fear, but also her strength and determination. Shaver received critical acclaim for her performance, and was nominated for a Genie Award (the Canadian equivalent of an Oscar) for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role.

Another actress who shone in Desert Hearts is Patricia Charbonneau, who played Cay Rivvers. Charbonneau was relatively unknown before the movie, but her performance as the free-spirited Cay quickly made her a rising star. Cay is a character who defies convention, and Charbonneau played her with a raw sensuality and charisma that was both alluring and intimidating. Charbonneau's performance earned her a nomination for an Independent Spirit Award for Best Female Lead.

Desert Hearts is a movie that broke many barriers. It was one of the first mainstream movies to depict a same-sex relationship as something positive and life-affirming. The film was also a triumph for women in the film industry, with women occupying key roles in front of and behind the camera. Donna Deitch, the director, had to fight to get the movie made, and her determination paid off with a film that has endured for decades.

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Jane Rule
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Donna Deitch
Director

Natalie Cooper
Writer

Stars
Helen Shaver - Patricia Charbonneau - Audra Lindley

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