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The Nun's Story
1959
Fred Zinnemann
1959·TV-PG·
United States
United StatesAward tierSilver
Metascore
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.
Cast
Audrey Hepburn·Peter Finch·Edith Evans·Peggy Ashcroft
Producers
Henry Blanke·Fred Zinnemann
Languages
EnglishMajor Awards
2 wins · 7 nominations
Wins (2)
Best Picture
National Board of Review, USA (1959)
Best Film
Best Director
New York Film Critics Circle Awards (1959)
Best Director
Fred Zinnemann
Nominations (7)
Best Picture
BAFTA Awards (1960)
Best Film from any Source
Fred Zinnemann
Golden Globes, USA (1960)
Best Motion Picture - Drama
Academy Awards, USA (1960)
Best Picture
Henry Blanke
Best Director
Golden Globes, USA (1960)
Best Director
Fred Zinnemann
Academy Awards, USA (1960)
Best Director
Fred Zinnemann
Best Actress
Golden Globes, USA (1960)
Best Actress - Drama
Audrey Hepburn
Academy Awards, USA (1960)
Best Actress in a Leading Role
Audrey Hepburn