Black Narcissus
1947·Movie·
·1h 40min
Where to Watch
Not available to stream in (flatrate)
About
A story of exquisite yearning in a strange and beautiful land. Towering over the screen ... as the mountains that saw it happen.
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.
DNA
- Themes
- Click below to reveal spoilersThe Human ConditionMoral AmbiguityIsolationFaith And SpiritualityCultural ClashesUnrequited LoveMadness And InsanityForbidden Desires
- Plot
- Click below to reveal spoilersInternal ConflictObsessionMountainous SettingBreaking PointUnfulfilled LongingFaith And Doubt
- Narrative
- Costume and Set
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Crew
Directed by:
Michael Powell, Emeric Pressburger, Jack Cardiff
Written by:
Michael Powell, Emeric Pressburger
Produced by:
Michael Powell, Emeric Pressburger, George R. Busby
Composed by:
Brian Easdale
Cast
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