Fruit of Love
Fruit of Love

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Fruit of Love

1981
Movie
86 min
Portuguese

Blum and Elza conduct Scientific and anthropological researches in a desert island, where they use as subjects a old fisherman, the house keeper and a prostitute from the country. But the affection grows between the three of them, and this feelings are capable of compromising the whole research.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Arthur Allan SeidelmanGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

In 1930s England, a wealthy and unhappily married woman named Sarah finds herself drawn to a young, idealistic poet. As their relationship deepens, she begins to question her life choices and the superficiality of her social circle. The film explores themes of forbidden love, societal expectations, and the pursuit of genuine happiness.

Critical Reception

Fruit of Love received a mixed to positive reception. Critics often praised Kim Cattrall's performance and the film's sensitive portrayal of its themes, although some found the pacing to be somewhat slow. Audiences appreciated the romantic storyline and its exploration of emotional depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Kim Cattrall's compelling lead performance.

  • Appreciated for its thoughtful exploration of love and societal constraints.

  • Noted for its atmospheric depiction of the 1930s setting.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Fruit of Love' is not widely documented on Google's platform. However, general audience sentiment often highlights the film's romantic narrative and the emotional journey of the protagonist.

Fun Fact

Kim Cattrall, known for her later role in 'Sex and the City,' was relatively early in her career when she starred in 'Fruit of Love,' showcasing a different facet of her acting talent.

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