
About
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 Cloda...
Cast

Deborah Kerr
Sister Clodagh

David Farrar
Mr. Dean

Flora Robson
Sister Philippa

Kathleen Byron
Sister Ruth

Sabu
The Young General

Jean Simmons
Kanchi

Jenny Laird
Sister Honey

Judith Furse
Sister Briony

Esmond Knight
The Old General
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Lists
#165 on 1,000 greatest films They Shoot Pictures, Don't They?
#236 on Empire's 500 Greatest Movies Of All Time Empire
#2 on 500 Essential Cult Movies Jennifer Eiss
1001 Movies You Must See Before You Die Steven Jay Schneider
Awards
Oscar for Best Cinematography, Color
Oscar for Best Art Direction-Set Decoration, Color