Passion Flower
The movers and shakers in Singapore get involved in behind-the-scenes political and business activities, romantic entanglements, and murder. Nicol Williamson plays the wealthiest man in Southeast Asia. Barbara Hershey is his married antagonistic daughter who starts an affair with an ambitious American banker (Bruce Boxleitner) and who also seems to have the attention of her father.
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Plot Summary
In 1950s rural Michigan, a lonely woman named Sarah struggles with her past traumas and her desire for love and connection. She finds herself drawn to a mysterious stranger who arrives in town, leading her on a path of self-discovery and confrontation with her own demons. The film explores themes of isolation, trauma, and the search for redemption.
Critical Reception
Passion Flower (1987) received a mixed reception from critics. While some praised the performances, particularly Kate Nelligan's, and the film's atmospheric portrayal of its setting, others found the plot to be slow-paced and predictable. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some connecting with the emotional depth and others finding it too somber.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for Kate Nelligan's compelling performance.
- Acknowledged for its atmospheric and moody depiction of rural life.
- Criticized for a meandering plot and lack of emotional resolution.
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Fun Fact
The film was based on the novel of the same name by Eileen Dunlop.
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