Domestic Film: Powell & Pressburger’s Black Narcissus
Tuesday Apr 12, 2022 @ 1:30 PM Central Time
In Black Narcissus, a group of nuns led by Deborah Kerr attempt to establish a religious community in the Himalayas, and must battle not only suspicious locals and the elements, but also their own demons as well. Especially problematic is Kathleen Byron, who becomes completely unhinged because of unfulfilled sexual desires. Also featured are Sabu as a young Indian general, and Jean Simmons as a servant girl. Jack Cardiff won an Oscar for his breathtaking cinematography. (1947, cc, 101 minutes.)