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Joseph Svenden (Hopper - Speed) is a middle-aged schoolteacher in a small town who has always lived life on the conservative side. He's still at home with his mother and has been engaged to another teacher, Rosalee (Irving - Crossing Delancey), for the past six years. Joseph's basic life, however, is about to take a radical turn...

Seventeen year-old Catherine Wheeler has arrived for last semester and her mere presence sets Joseph's desires burning. When his attraction explodes into a wild and lustful affair with the student, the town erupts in anger. Suddenly Joseph's future is teetering on the edge of the unknown. His dangerous liaison could see him cast out from the only home he has ever known... or it could be a catalyst for the passionate life he has never had the courage to life.

Director:

Bruno Barreto [3],

Starring:

Gary Busey [45], Amy Locane [36], Julie Harris [14], Amy Irving [15], Dennis Hopper [63],

Screen Formats:

Full Frame 1.33:1

Language and Sound:

English Dolby Digital Stereo

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