The black daffodils that suddenly open in the exotic snow peaks

Carol 2022-06-20 18:50:24

I stumbled upon an old movie "Black Narcissus" filmed in 1947. I finally found resources to watch it, and I liked it very much. The story takes place in the Himalayas in Nepal, where the scenery is beautiful, and a group of nuns were sent by the church to the fairyland on earth to preach, run schools and hospitals. It is no exaggeration to say that the place where they are located is a fairyland on earth. The white house in the valley, you can see the snow-capped mountains shining under the blue sky not far away when you open the window, the big church bell stands on the white cliff, when the bell rings, the loud bell collides back and forth on the rock wall in the mountains , very pleasant. The mountainside is lined with green trees and gurgling streams. The local mountain residents consist of the general, the general's young and handsome son, an exotic Huaichun girl, a half-naked monk meditating in the valley, and a cute boy who can speak a few words of English. Waiting for a group of people to form the excellent style of that peculiar area. In particular, there was a tall and handsome western senior man who often came and went, and this atmosphere caused great intrusion to the two young and beautiful nuns. They are born, but they have to face the temptation of the living world. The western man was like a pebble thrown into the calm lake causing ripples to spread. The desire for love hidden in the depths of their hearts is stimulated, but they must be concealed. After all, they are nuns who believe in the Lord... The title of Black Narcissus should imply the test of human nature by faith? Black Narcissus's beautiful and oppressive mood made me and other laity sigh with embarrassment.

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Black Narcissus quotes

  • Mother Dorothea: -

    [With Sister Clodagh: looking at photos of the palace at Mopu]

    Mother Dorothea: The house is nine thousand feet up - very cold, but good air. General Toda Rai, who has invited us to Mopu, has promised us every help. He was a little afraid when he learned that we are bound to our order only by yearly vows. I explained this rule to him.

    Sister Clodagh: Yes, Reverend Mother.

    Mother Dorothea: For more than a century, to serve voluntarily has been one of the glories of our Order.

    Sister Clodagh: And our greatest strength.

    Mother Dorothea: Exactly. He understands now. Is there anything you would like to ask?

    Sister Clodagh: Who am I to take with me?

  • Mother Dorothea: [the Reverend Mother and Sister Clodagh survey the sisters of the Order, determining who will go to Mopu] Remember, a community is not a class of girls. The sisters won't be easy to manage or to impress. Now, let me see. I'll give you Sister Briony. You'll need her strength.

    Sister Clodagh: Thank you, Reverend Mother.

    Mother Dorothea: Sister Philippa for the garden... Sister Blanche.

    Sister Clodagh: Sister Blanche?

    Mother Dorothea: You know what the other girls call her?

    Sister Clodagh: Sister Honey.

    Mother Dorothea: Yes, Honey. I think you'll need Sister Honey. She's popular. And you'll need to be popular... And Sister Ruth.

    Sister Clodagh: [Surprised] But Sister Ruth is ill.

    Mother Dorothea: That is why I want her to go.

    Sister Clodagh: Forgive me for saying so, Reverend Mother, but do you think our vocation is her vocation?

    Mother Dorothea: [Nodding knowingly] Yes, she's a problem. I'm afraid she'll be a problem for you, too. With a smaller community, she may be better. Give her responsibility, Sister. She badly wants importance.

    Sister Clodagh: Do you think it's a good thing to let her feel important?

    Mother Dorothea: Spare her some of your own importance... if you can.

    Sister Clodagh: Mother, are you sorry that I have been appointed to take charge of St. Faith?

    Mother Dorothea: Yes. I don't think you're ready for it, and I think you'll be lonely. Never forget: we're an order of workers. Work them hard. And remember... the superior of all is the servant of all.

    Sister Clodagh: I understand.