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The Nun's Story

1959·151 min

The Nun's Story

Directed by Fred Zinnemann

Drama

After leaving a wealthy Belgian family to become a nun, Sister Luke struggles with her devotion to her vows during crisis, disappointment, and World War II.

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Sister Luke

Dr. Fortunati

Rev. Mother Emmanuel

Mother Mathilde

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Robert Anderson

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The Nun's Story (1959) is about after leaving a wealthy Belgian family to become a nun, Sister Luke struggles with her devotion to her vows during crisis, disappointment, and World War II.

Who directed The Nun's Story?

Fred Zinnemann directed The Nun's Story (1959).

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