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Lilies of the Field
🎬 Movie

Lilies of the Field

1963 · 94 min Comedy Drama
7.2 / 10 · TMDB

An unemployed construction worker heading out west stops at a remote farm in the desert to get water when his car overheats. The farm is being worked by a group of East European Catholic nuns, headed by the strict mother superior, who believes the man has been sent by God to build a much needed church in the desert.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The director doesn't push the comedy pedal — lets the scene develop at its own pace. The comedic effect arises naturally, without cuing the audience.

If you're looking for light cinema for an evening — this is it. If you're looking for something that'll change your perspective on life — keep scrolling.

For those who can appreciate simple pleasure without overthinking it.

Director: Ralph Nelson

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Friday evening with food and company. Doesn't require close attention — works as background too.

🎭 Cast

Sidney Poitier

Sidney Poitier

Homer Smith

Lilia Skala

Lilia Skala

Mother Maria

Lisa Mann

Lisa Mann

Sister Gertrude

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Isa Crino

Sister Agnes

Francesca Jarvis

Francesca Jarvis

Sister Albertine

Pamela Branch

Pamela Branch

Sister Elizabeth

Stanley Adams

Stanley Adams

Juan Acolito

Dan Frazer

Dan Frazer

Father Murphy

Bobby Driscoll

Bobby Driscoll

Mexican Holding Chapel Door (uncredited)

Ralph Nelson

Ralph Nelson

Mr. Ashton (uncredited)

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