Synopsis
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.
Black Narcissus (1947) is a 1h 40min drama feature film by Emeric Pressburger. A group of Anglican nuns, led by Sister Clodagh, are sent to a mountain in the Himalayas. Selected for Corrosivo Film Fest (2025).
Facts
Based on
Black Narcissus
Awards
Academy Award for Best Production Design, Academy Award for Best Cinematography, Color, Academy Award for Best Art Direction, Color
Setting
Kolkata, India
Filming location
Pinewood Studios
Original language
English
Trailer
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Festival History
- Corrosivo Film Fest 2025
- Berlin International Film Festival 1988 generic
- Locarno International Film Festival 1982 generic
- Telluride Film Festival 1977 generic
- Academy Awards 1948 academy_award
