Movie

Surviving Desire

1992 · 53 min

It is a thoughtful and emotionally charged exploration of forbidden attraction set against an academic backdrop.

Overview: Jude, a college professor, is obsessed with Sophie, his student. She, in turn, is intrigued by his scholarly charm. Flirtation turns to lust and the two become lovers.
How it feels: Romantic, earnest and melancholic. Measured and needs your attention.
About: Love, obsession, education, class
Content: Mild sexual content. No violence, gore or swearing.
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Tone: romanticstrength 2 of 3
melancholicstrength 1 of 3
earneststrength 2 of 3
Pacing: measured, 2 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
Attention: engaged, 3 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
Themes: love
obsession
education
class
Places: school
Era: contemporary
Audience: adult
Form: None
Content intensity: Gore none
Language none
Violence none
Sex mild