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Black Narcissus is a drama television serial, based on the 1939 novel by Rumer Godden. The series features one of the final performances of Diana Rigg, who died in September 2020. The drama premiered on November 23, 2020, on FX in the US, [2] and on December 27, 2020, on BBC One in the UK.
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Black Narcissus is the third novel by English writer Rumer...
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Black Narcissus: With Gemma Arterton, Aisling Franciosi, Nila Aalia, Patsy Ferran. Adaptation of the 1939 novel by Rumer Godden. A group of nuns face challenges in the hostile environment of a remote old Himalayan palace that they wish to make a convent.
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Budget. £0.3 million (or $1.2 million) [2][3] Black Narcissus is a 1947 British psychological drama film jointly written, directed and produced by Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger, based on the 1939 novel by Rumer Godden. It stars Deborah Kerr, Sabu, David Farrar, and Flora Robson, and features Esmond Knight, Jean Simmons, and Kathleen Byron.
Dec 25, 2020 · Black Narcissus successfully rethinks a classic novel and film. Gemma Arterton stars as one of a group of missionary nuns subject to various tests of faith in a Himalayan outpost in this striking BBC mini-series.
- Gemma Arterton Plays Sister Clodagh
- Aisling Franciosi Plays Sister Ruth
- Karen Bryson Plays Sister Philippa
- Patsy Ferran Plays Sister Blanche
- Rosie Cavaliero Plays Sister Briony
- Alessandro Nivola Plays Mr Dean
- Dipika Kunwar Plays Kanchi
- Chaneil Kular Plays Dilip Rai
- Nila Aalia Plays Angu Ayah
- Diana Rigg Plays Mother Dorothea
Who is Sister Clodagh? A strict and ambitious nun tasked with establishing a mission in the remote Himalayas, becoming the youngest sister in her order to be named Sister Superior. Sister Clodagh is the protagonist of both the book of the same name and the 1947 Oscar-winning film, starring Deborah Kerr in the role. Set in the 1930s at the palace of...
Who is Sister Ruth? A young self-important nun whom Mother Dorothea foists upon Sister Clodagh. Sister Ruth is a talented seamstress (a great source of vanity for her), but she dislikes working with the local children in Mopu. As she struggles with the palace's high altitude, she becomes increasingly ill and paranoid. Where have I seen Aisling Fran...
Who is Sister Philippa? A talented gardener who accompanies Sister Clodagh to the palace of Mopu, where she is overcome by the beauty of the landscape. Where have I seen Karen Bryson before? Bryson played Avril Powell in Shameless, and recently appeared in the BBC One drama MotherFatherSon. Other projects have included Bulletproof, Safe, and Bodies...
Who is Sister Blanche? A favourite of Sister Clodagh, the young, no-nonsense sister (otherwise known as Sister Honey) is a natural with children, and a stark contrast to Sister Ruth. Where have I seen Patsy Ferran before? The stage and screen actress has appeared in Jamestown (as Mercy), Darkest Hour, and in God's Own Country.
Who is Sister Briony? The backbone of the mission in Mopu, practical Sister Briony oversees the everyday workings of the household. Where have I seen Rosie Cavaliero before? Cavaliero is no stranger to period dramas - she played Grace Poole in the 2011 film adaption of Jane Eyre; Elizabeth Cordingley in Gentleman Jack; and Mrs Plornish in Little Do...
Who is Mr Dean? The charismatic but arrogant land agent, he quickly makes an enemy of Sister Clodagh. Where have I seen Alessandro Nivola before? The actor recently played Dovid Kuperman in the Rachel Weisz film Disobedience. He's also starred in American Hustle, Face/Off, and Chimerica (as Lee Berger).
Who is Kanchi? A vivacious local young woman who attends classes at the palace of Mopu. Where have I seen Dipika Kunwar before? This is the newcomer's first major on-screen role.
Who is Dilip Rai? The handsome young nephew of the general, he falls for a young woman from a lower caste. Where have I seen Chaneil Kular before? Kular is best known for playing popular gay high schooler Anwar in the Netflix teen comedy drama Sex Education. He also starred in Doctors and Informer.
Who is Angu Ayah? A local woman and Mopu palace caretaker who has a tragic connection to the so-called House of Women. Where have I seen Nila Aalia before? The actress' recent credits include I Hate Suzie, A Confession, Years and Years, A Discovery of Witches (as Sylvia), and Wolfblood.
Who is Mother Dorothea? The Mother Superior who sends Sister Clodagh on her mission to Mopu. However, she has personal reservations about Clodagh's proud nature. Where have I seen Diana Rigg before? The late actress first found fame in The Avengers and as a Bond girl in On Her Majesty's Secret Service. In her later years she received international ...
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Black Narcissus. The sisters of St Faith travel to the mysterious palace of Mopu, high in the Himalayas. Mopu’s dark past begins to haunt the nuns, forcing them to confront their deepest...
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