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The two women begin an affair, prompting Lianna to confront her repressed identity. Unlike many films of the era that treated LGBTQ+ themes as tragic or sensational, Lianna focuses on the of her decision. After confessing to her husband, Lianna is forced out of her home and finds herself shunned by family and her best friend, Sandy. Key Details Director/Writer: John Sayles.

Lianna (played by ) is a 33-year-old mother of two, married to Dick, an arrogant and philandering film professor. Feeling intellectually and emotionally stunted in her marriage, she enrolls in a child psychology night class taught by Ruth (Jane Hallaren). Lianna (1983)

It is noted for its "slice-of-life" approach, avoiding cinematic tricks to focus on dense character drama. The two women begin an affair, prompting Lianna