Love Letter (1985 film)

Love Letter is a 1985 British television film directed by Amy Madigan and starring Jamie Lee Curtis and Steven Weber. It aired as part of the "American Playhouse" series on PBS.

The film is a romantic drama set in 1914. It tells the story of Anna Winter (Jamie Lee Curtis), a headstrong and independent young woman living in a small New England town, who receives an anonymous love letter. Intrigued and flattered, Anna becomes determined to discover the identity of her secret admirer.

As Anna investigates, she considers several potential suitors, including a local doctor (Steven Weber) and a charming, older gentleman. The mystery surrounding the love letter leads her on a journey of self-discovery, forcing her to confront her own desires and expectations regarding love and marriage in a society constrained by social norms.

The film explores themes of romance, identity, societal expectations, and the challenges faced by women during the early 20th century. The film's resolution reveals the unexpected identity of the letter writer, adding a layer of complexity to Anna's understanding of love and her place in the community.