Sanctuary
"From the Nobel Prize winner...the unadorned truth about the governor's daughter...seared by the fires of her desperate desires...tormented by the new-found emotions within her..."
Originally released in 1961. Sanctuary is a drama film. directed by Tony Richardson.
Starring Lee Remick, Yves Montand, and Bradford Dillman
Synopsis
In 1920s rural Mississippi, Nancy Mannigoe, an African-American servant, is placed on death row for the murder of Temple Drake's infant child. Temple, the daughter of the governor, pleads with her father to exonerate Nancy of the charges, explaining that Nancy acted in haste to prevent her from resuming her affair with a roguish Cajun called Candy Man. Details of Temple's sordid past are uncovered as she begs mercy for her faithful servant.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 18, 1961
64 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (11 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Darryl F. Zanuck Productions
- 20th Century Fox
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sanctuary about?
In 1920s rural Mississippi, Nancy Mannigoe, an African-American servant, is placed on death row for the murder of Temple Drake's infant child. Temple, the daughter of the governor, pleads with her ...
Who directed Sanctuary?
Sanctuary was directed by Tony Richardson.
How long is Sanctuary?
Sanctuary has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was Sanctuary released?
Sanctuary was released on April 18, 1961 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Sanctuary?
The main cast of Sanctuary includes Lee Remick, Yves Montand, Bradford Dillman, Harry Townes, Odetta.