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Desert Hearts

Lesbian/Bi Characters We're Thankful For

, Nov 25, 2009

From Callie and Arizona to Carmen, Willow and Ms. Rain, this Thanksgiving we celebrate some of our favorite women in pop culture.

“In the Life” explores LGBT women in TV and film

the linster

, Mar 3, 2009

Julianne Moore talks with out producer Christine Vachon about The L Word, Desert Hearts and other representations of lesbians on "Women Through the Lens."

Ask AfterEllen.com (Jan. 13, 2009)

Karman Kregloe

, Jan 13, 2009

Answers to your questions about Clea DuVall, Missy Higgins, I Can't Think Straight on DVD, the sequel to Desert Hearts, the new Sarah Waters novel, and more.

What, no "Wild Things"?

Ace

, Nov 26, 2008

Entertainment Weekly released its list of the "50 Sexiest Movies Ever," but we feel the need to add on some lesbian films that they seem to have forgotten.

Retro Reviewing: "Desert Hearts"

Trish Bendix

, Oct 11, 2008

The reviewers take on the 1980s classic, which is hailed as the first mainstream lesbian film.

Humiliation: lesbian pop culture style

Heather Hogan

, Jul 31, 2008

Admitting what famous parts of gay girldom you haven't taken part of is the first step towards getting help.

Donna Deitch Wins Highest Honor from Outfest

AfterEllen.com Staff

, Jul 9, 2008

The director of Desert Hearts talks about her career achievement award, upcoming projects and working with Gloria Steinem.

Cinematic pairs: partners or lovers?

scribegrrrl

, Mar 19, 2008

Dawn Denbo and her lover Cindi have inspired a pondering of the connotations of the terms lover and partner.

So gay/So not gay — the entertainment version

browne

, Mar 11, 2008

Some of my TV/movie tastes seem very gay. Others, so not gay. (I don't watch The L Word!)

You never forget your first: Which lesbian film was important to you?

Ace

, Feb 26, 2008

Personal Best? Desert Hearts? Which movie or moment hit home?

Across the Page: The Classics

AfterEllen.com Staff

, Feb 13, 2008

Books from Jane Rule, Jeanette Winterson and Isabel Miller that revolutionized the genre of lesbian fiction.

Best. Lesbian. Week. Ever. (November 30, 2007)

Karman Kregloe

, Nov 30, 2007

Patricia Velasquez joins The L Word, Missy Higgins comes out, remembering Jane Rule, and a Gossip Girl kiss?

Lesbian Sex Scenes that Made Movie History

Christie Keith

, Sep 9, 2007

From The Killing of Sister George to Spider Lilies to Bound, we take a look at the most groundbreaking lesbian love scenes in film history.

Photos from the "Desert Hearts" reunion party

Sarah Warn

, Jun 22, 2007

The director, cast, and assorted friends got together to celebrate the 20th anniversary release of the classic lesbian movie.

Interview With Donna Deitch

Karman Kregloe

, Jun 3, 2007

The out director of Desert Hearts talks about the new DVD of her classic lesbian movie, and the long-awaited sequel.

Where Are They Now? The Women of "Desert Hearts"

Karman Kregloe

, Jun 3, 2007

Patricia Charbonneau and Helen Shaver look back at making this classic film and talk about their current work.

Best. Lesbian. Week. Ever. (May 18, 2007)

Sarah Warn

, May 18, 2007

Top Chef's lesbian contestant, Degrassi's lesbian relationship and a Desert Hearts sequel.

I have a string of lights around my heart

bad machine

, Apr 20, 2007

The new DVD release of the class lesbian film will contain never-before-seen footage, new commentary, and new interviews.

Karman's Top 10 Lesbian Movie Kisses

Karman Kregloe

, Sep 15, 2005

From Anne Heche and Joan Chen in Wild Side to Chloe Sevigny and Michelle Williams in If These Walls Could Talk 2, ten of the most memorable movie kisses between women.

Review of "Desert Hearts"

Sarah Warn

, Jul 27, 2003

This 1985 classic is considered the first full-length lesbian movie to be released in American theaters.