Violets Are Blue (1986)

Synopsis: There are some great performances in this strong romantic drama, with Kevin Kline and Sissy Spacek leading the way playing former high-school sweethearts. Since graduation Kline has settled down and become a family man and Spacek has grasped a career and is now a world famous photographer.

When she returns to her home town and encounters him, he welcomes her into his family fold until it becomes clear to the small community that these two have unfinished business. This is a subtle and sophisticated handling of difficult choices that avoids being trite and schmaltzy. The result makes for compelling and mature viewing.

Cast: Sissy Spacek, Kevin Kline
Runtime: 88 min