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One From the Heart is a romantic comedy, a musical fantasy and an erotic love story. Directed by Francis Ford Coppola whose previous credits include master-pieces The Godfather and Apocalypse Now, it successfully recreates the classic Hollywood musical of the 40's in a lavish 1980's setting.

The story concerns two ordinary people, Franny and Hank. Their fifth (unmarried) anniversary coincides with a fourth of July weekend but develops into a hot-tempered argument and Franny declares they are breaking up once and for all.

Franny yearns for excitement and romance. With the help of her friend Maggie, she meets a waiter named Ray who captivates her with his piano playing and singing.

Meanwhile Hank, after chatting to his pal and partner Moe Pavitch, goes downtown and bumps into Leila, a seductive runaway from a European circus family.

With daybreak comes regret. Hank aches to be reunited with Franny, but after a furious confrontation, she tells him that she is leaving the neon glitter of Las Vegas to go to Bora-Bora with Ray. Stricken with feeling, Hank races to the airport to catch up with the fleeing lovers.

Director:

Francis Ford Coppola [25],

Starring:

Raul Julia [13], Teri Garr [20], Natassja Kinski [10], Frederic Forrest [45],

Screen Formats:

1.33:1

Language and Sound:

English Dolby Digital Stereo

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