One Summer Affair
One Summer Affair

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One Summer Affair

1978
Movie
75 min
Japanese

The lives of a lively local girl, a female pastor who has a thing for newly married husbands, a pregnant mistress searching for her sugar daddy and a frustrated wandering artist become entwined in the green hills of a mountain resort.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Don WeisGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A young woman from a wealthy family struggles with her identity and relationships during a summer in the Hamptons. She becomes entangled with an older, married businessman, leading to complications and self-discovery. The film explores themes of class, love, and the consequences of choices made during a formative period.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed reception, with critics noting its sensitive portrayal of a young woman's coming-of-age but also finding the plot somewhat predictable and melodramatic. Audiences generally found it to be a decent, albeit forgettable, drama.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sensitive exploration of a young woman's emotional journey.

  • Criticized for a somewhat formulaic and overly dramatic narrative.

  • The performances were generally seen as a strong point, particularly from the lead actress.

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Fun Fact

The film was one of Kathleen Quinlan's early significant roles, helping to establish her as a rising star in the late 1970s.

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