The House of Bernarda Alba (1991)
1h 41m
Running Time
December 18, 1991Release Date
The House of Bernarda Alba (1991)
1h 41m
Running Time
December 18, 1991Release Date
Network & Production Companies


Plot.
A domineering,reclusive, and ostentatiously pious widow in a small Spanish town keeps such close watch on her daughters that they are unable to have normal social lives. However, the eldest is allowed to become engaged to an unprincipled young man, primarily for the financial advantages it will bring the mother, Bernarda. Jealousy and envy ensues among the other daughters.
Where to Watch.
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Cast & Crew.

Glenda Jackson
Bernarda

Joan Plowright
Poncia

Patricia Hayes
Mara Josefa

Deborah Findlay
Martirio

Suzanna Hamilton
Amelia

Gillian Hanna
Maid

Julie Legrand
Angustias

Emer McCourt
Beggar

Emma Lewis
Young Mourner

Pauline Melville
Prudencia

Mary Maddox
Magdelana

Andrew Holmes
Executive Producer

Stephen Phillips
Producer

Franca Squarciapino
Costume Design

Simon Hayter
Sound

Simon Kossoff
Director of Photography
Details.
This Movie Is About.
suicide
jealousy
tradition
based on play or musical
tragedy
authoritarianism
illicit affair