Review of Desert Hearts (1985) by Michelle M — 02 May 2008

A beautiful love story that bridges a gap through sexuality, time, and just simply good storytelling. Its too bad hollywood is so afraid to make another.

This review of Desert Hearts (1985) was written by Michelle M on 02 May 2008.

Desert Hearts has generally received positive reviews.

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By Jane B (139) on 03 Oct 2009

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By Onespirit (2) on 07 Jul 2008

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By Anita L (165) on 15 Apr 2007

Sorry, not really all that great.. Cute.. and sometimes I do still pull it out and watch it.. but.. nothing special by todays standards…

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By Frederic And Mary Ann Brussat (3,072) for Spirituality and Practice (3,072) on 15 Jan 2002

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A lesbian classic that is entertaining decades later…

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