Initially set on being a dairy farmer, the aristocratic Karen Blixen travels to Africa to join her husband, Bror, who instead spends their money on a coffee plantation. After discovering Bror is unfaithful, Karen develops feelings for hunter Denys, but realizes he prefers a simplistic lifestyle compared to her upper class background. The two continue on until a series of events force Karen to choose between her love and personal growth.

CAST:  Meryl Streep, Robert Redford, Klaus Maria Brandauer

RUNTIME:  2 hr. 41 mins.

GENRE:  Romance, Drama, Biography

RATING:  PG

Retro Movie – 1985