Synopsis
While waiting for her divorce papers, a repressed literature professor finds herself unexpectedly attracted by a carefree, spirited young woman named Cay.
Movie Information
- Director
- Donna Deitch
- Writers
- Natalie Cooper
- Release Year
- 1985
- Runtime
- 91 minutes
- Genre
- Drama, Romance
- Language
- EN
- Country
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
- Rating
- 7.1 / 10 (181 votes)
Top Cast
Helen Shaver
Vivian Bell
Patricia Charbonneau
Cay Rivvers
Audra Lindley
Frances Parker
Andra Akers
Silver
Gwen Welles
Gwen
Dean Butler
Darrell
Katie La Bourdette
Lucille
James Staley
Art Warner
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