Lianna (1983)
Anno di uscita: 1983
Nazione: United States
Alternative Title: Lianna: un amore diverso, リアンナ, Lianna, Um Amor Diferente, Лиана
Regista: John Sayles
Writer: John Sayles
Produzione & Genere
Premi & Simili
Premi: N/A
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Parole chiave
Parole chiave: 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
Storia
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.
Riassunto
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.
