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Black Narcissus (1947)

Directed by Emeric Pressburger, Michael Powell

Drama

Most recently watched by jakeneff

Overview

A group of Anglican nuns, led by Sister Clodagh, are sent to a mountain in the Himalayas. The climate in the region is hostile and the nuns are housed in an odd old palace. They work to establish a school and a hospital, but slowly their focus shifts. Sister Ruth falls for a government worker, Mr. Dean, and begins to question her vow of celibacy. As Sister Ruth obsesses over Mr. Dean, Sister Clodagh becomes immersed in her own memories of love.

Rated NR | Length 100 minutes

Actors

Deborah Kerr | David Farrar | Flora Robson | Kathleen Byron | Sabu | Jean Simmons | Jenny Laird | Judith Furse | Esmond Knight | May Hallatt | Eddie Whaley Jr. | Shaun Noble | Nancy Roberts | Ley On | Joan Cozier | Maxwell Foster | Margaret Scudamore | Helen Debroy Summers

Viewing History (seen 1 time)

Date ViewedDeviceFormatSourceRating
07/19/2024Home TheaterBlu-rayOwned7.5 stars
 

Viewing Notes

I don’t know that this movie could have been made in America in 1947. It’s a beautifully shot film with amazing painted backdrops.

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