The Flavor of Corn (1989)

Lorenzo, a handsome first-year professor in an isolated Italian village, falls under the spell of his most beguiling pupil, a dark-haired, starry-eyed 12-year-old named Duilio. As Lorenzo's relationship with his heartless girlfriend deteriorates, he finds himself walking the fields with his loving student. When their idyllic friendship is questioned by Duilio's suspicious stepmother, Lorenzo is brought to a crisis of conscience.

Released

1989-07-09

Genres

Drama

Runtime

93 min

Status

Released

Directed / written by

Gianni Da Campo

TMDB rating

6.3/10 from 28 votes