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Lianna (1983)
Release Year: 1983
Nation: United States of America
Alternative Title: Lianna: un amore diverso, リアンナ, Lianna, Um Amor Diferente, Лиана
Director: John Sayles
Writer: John Sayles
Production & Genre
Awards & Similar
Awards: N/A
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Keywords
Keywords: coming out, extramarital affair, female friendship, lesbian, lesbian relationship, lgbt, marriage problems, mother child separation, new jersey, night school, self-discovery, stagehand, teacher student relationship
Story
Lianna, a woman leading a monotonous life filled with domestic chores and tedious faculty parties, feels unfulfilled in her marriage to Dick. Seeking intellectual stimulation, she enrolls in a college extension child-psychology course taught by Ruth. When Lianna discovers Dick's affair with a young student, she finds solace and eventually falls in love with Ruth. This relationship, however, upends Lianna's life in ways she hadn't anticipated.
Summary
Lianna (1983), directed by John Sayles, is a poignant drama about self-discovery and the complexities of love and relationships. Set against the backdrop of suburban New Jersey, the film explores themes of marital dissatisfaction, female friendship, and coming out. It follows Lianna's journey as she navigates her crumbling marriage, finds comfort in an unexpected relationship with Ruth, and ultimately confronts the consequences of her actions.
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