Sappho (2008)

"Sappho" (also known as "Summer Lover") is a drama and romance film set in the 1920s on the Greek island of Lesbos. The story follows Sappho Lovell, a newlywed American woman, who, during her honeymoon with her husband Phil, falls in love with Helene, the daughter of a Russian archaeologist. This complex love triangle explores themes of unrequited love, sexual identity, and the legacy of the ancient poetess Sappho, who is famous for her poetry on love and desire between women. The film's visual elements stand out, with the natural beauty of Lesbos providing a picturesque setting. The use of location, notably the Vorontsov Palace in Crimea, contributes significantly to the film's aesthetic, though this has come with controversy given the political implications of filming in Crimea.