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Black Narcissus
“A story of exquisite yearning in a strange and beautiful land. Towering over the screen ... as the mountains that saw it happen.”
7.5 / 10• 1947• 1h 40m•NR• English
Drama
Storyline
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.
Cast & Crew
Deborah Kerr
Sister Clodagh
Lead
Sabu
The Young General
David Farrar
Mr. Dean
Flora Robson
Sister Philippa
Esmond Knight
The Old General
Jean Simmons
Kanchi
Kathleen Byron
Sister Ruth
Jenny Laird
Sister Honey
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Emeric Pressburger's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Black Narcissus is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
