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Release Year1989
Runtime1h 33m
LanguageEnglish
CertificationNR
GenresDrama, Romance, TV Movie
Votes9
DirectorMichael Tuchner
WritersJudith Paige Mitchell
TypeFeature Film
Rating5.6 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsDesperate for Love
About Desperate for Love
The story of murder among a trio of teenagers after a boy breaks up with a girl and she runs into the arms of his vulnerable best friend.
Directed by Michael Tuchner, Desperate for Love leans on a strong ensemble — Christian Slater, Tammy Lauren, Brian Bloom — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 1989.
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