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.”
What is Black Narcissus?
Black Narcissus is a film first released in 1947. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1947
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 100 minutes
- Release date
- May 26, 1947
- Studios
- The Archers, J. Arthur Rank Organisation
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
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Overview
Black Narcissus is a film first released in 1947. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by The Archers, J. Arthur Rank Organisation. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“Anglican nuns face a hostile Himalayan climate and shifting focuses in a remote palace.”
- explore the complex psychological drama of nuns in the Himalayas
- witness a unique setting in a strange and beautiful land
- the hostile climate and odd old palace take a toll on the characters
- focus shifts away from initial missions
Watch it if you enjoy psychological dramas about characters facing intense psychological strain in isolated locations.
The film deals with psychological drama and characters questioning their vows in a hostile environment.
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Frequently asked questions
When was Black Narcissus released?
The film was released in 1947.
Who directed Black Narcissus?
The film was written, directed, and produced jointly by Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger.
What is the film based on?
The film is based on the 1939 novel Black Narcissus by Rumer Godden.
What are the nuns trying to establish?
The nuns work to establish a school and a hospital.
Who leads the group of Anglican nuns?
The group of Anglican nuns is led by Sister Clodagh.
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