Lilies of the Field
1963 · 94 min · dir. Ralph Nelson
Lilies of the Field is a 1963 American comedy drama film directed and produced by Ralph Nelson. Adapted by James Poe from William E. Barrett's 1962 novel, the film takes its title from the Sermon on the Mount. It stars Sidney Poitier as Homer Smith, an itinerant handyman, who encounters a group of East German nuns in the Arizona desert. Led by the determined Mother Maria Marthe, played by Lilia Skala, the nuns believe Homer has been sent by God to build them a chapel. Synopsis from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA.
Where to buy
Not released on 4K UHD, as far as our listings can tell — Blu-ray is the top format for this one.
Prices in AUD via eBay at last rebuild; Amazon links open a search for the title. As an Amazon & eBay affiliate we may earn from qualifying purchases.
From the same director & shelf
