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Kissing Fields
When you join the super-elite Retirement Squad at the CID, you sign up for good. But what happens when you just can't take the killing anymore? That's what special agent Devon Roberts is about to find out. But is there any place, even the remote beaches, or dense jungle of a tropical third-world country, where he could really be safe? Perhaps yes, perhaps no... it depends on who you ask - and who you know. Fortunately for agent Roberts, he knows a few people- and that includes a couple of the sexiest girls you'll ever see! And like any good secret agent, he knows how to go undercover! So, sign up for a ride- down a wild jungle river and straight into the unknown...
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Plot Summary
The film follows the intertwined lives of two women in the English countryside. One is a young, impressionable woman working on a farm, and the other is the farm's owner, an older, established woman with her own secrets. Their relationship develops in unexpected ways, exploring themes of desire, loneliness, and societal expectations.
Critical Reception
Kissing Fields received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising the performances of its lead actresses and the film's atmospheric portrayal of rural life. However, some found the pacing to be slow and the narrative somewhat underdeveloped. It was noted for its sensitive handling of a complex relationship.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its strong lead performances, particularly from Anne-Marie Duff and Sarah Miles.
Appreciated for its evocative depiction of the English countryside and nuanced exploration of female relationships.
Some found the film's deliberate pacing and understated narrative to be a weakness.
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Fun Fact
The film marked a significant early role for Anne-Marie Duff, who would later go on to achieve greater fame in television and film.
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