Black Narcissus (1947)

"A story of exquisite yearning in a strange and beautiful land. Towering over the screen ... as the mountains that saw it happen."
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Black Narcissus
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StarringDeborah KerrSabuDavid Farrar
DirectorsEmeric PressburgerMichael Powell
WritersMichael Powell
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NR 1 hr 40 minAug 13th, 1947Drama
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Plot
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.

Movie Details

Theatrical Release:August 13th, 1947
On DVD & Blu-ray:January 30th, 2001 - Buy DVD
Movie Budget:$1,200,000
Original Language:English
Production Companies:The Archers, J. Arthur Rank Organisation
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