Learning to Love
Learning to Love

Movie spotlight

Learning to Love

1985
Movie
85 min
Italian

Ignorance and inexperience in sexual relations afflict many couples. The film aims to deal with a kind of conductor that lists and exposes situations and problems, gradually illustrated that engage several pairs.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: James FrawleyGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A recently divorced woman, struggling to raise her two children and make ends meet, takes a job as a live-in housekeeper for a wealthy widower. Despite their initial differences and the challenges they face, they find themselves drawn to each other, learning to love and build a new family together.

Critical Reception

Learning to Love was a made-for-television movie that garnered a moderate reception upon its release. It was appreciated for its heartwarming story and performances, particularly from the lead actors, though some critics noted its predictable plot and sentimental tone.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its touching portrayal of family and second chances.

  • Linda Purl and Gavin MacLeod deliver strong, believable performances.

  • Some found the storyline to be somewhat formulaic and overly sweet.

Google audience: Audience reception data for this specific made-for-television film is not readily available in a consolidated format.

Fun Fact

The film was based on the novel 'The Glass Orchard' by Eleanor Daniels.

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