The Innocents
– A young governess for two children becomes convinced that the house and grounds are haunted...
A young governess for two children becomes convinced that the house and grounds are haunted.
19 Feb 1962
English
Jack Clayton
Henry James (based on the story "The Turn of the Screw"), John Mortimer (additional scenes & dialogue), William Archibald (screenplay), Truman Capote (screenplay)
Deborah Kerr, Peter Wyngarde, Megs Jenkins, Michael Redgrave
In Victorian England, the uncle of orphaned niece Flora and nephew Miles hires Miss Giddens as governess to raise the children at his estate with total independence and authority. Soon after her arrival, Miss Giddens comes to believe that the spirits of the former governess Miss Jessel and valet Peter Quint are possessing the children. Miss Giddens decides to help the children to face and exorcise the spirits.
Nominated for 2 BAFTA Film Awards. Another 3 wins & 3 nominations.
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