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The Passionate Pilgrim

The Passionate Pilgrim (1953)

May 31, 1953 1h 55m Drama

Tells the story of a group of nurses working with Florence Nightingale during the Crimean War. “The story is based on the diary of Miss Sarah Anne Terror who was one of the thirty-eight women to accompany Miss Florence Nightingale to the Crimea in 1854. The principle characters are the nurses and doctors who fought to make her venture a success. Their names may be unfamiliar, but in their different ways they possessed the qualities of true greatness.” - Radio Times (1953).

Cast

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Maureen Pryor

as Elizabeth Wheeler

John Gregson
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John Gregson

as Dr. Maclean

Rachel Gurney
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Rachel Gurney

as Sarah Anne Terrot

Betty Cooper
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Betty Cooper

as Florence Nightingale

Katie Johnson
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Katie Johnson

as Aunt Eugenie

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Anthony Marlowe

as Sidney Herbert

Crew

Writer
  • Michael Barry
Producer
  • Michael Barry

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Thematic Analysis

As a dramatic work, The Passionate Pilgrim examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.

Released in 1953, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.

Did You Know?

  • The production of The Passionate Pilgrim took approximately 9 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 115 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 145 minutes long.
  • The musical score contains over 37 unique compositions.
  • Some visual effects sequences took up to 7 months to complete.
  • The screenplay went through 6 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.

Historical Context

  • In 1953, when this film was released:
  • The civil rights movement was gaining momentum in the United States.
  • Television was becoming a dominant form of home entertainment.
  • The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: May 31, 1953
  • Runtime: 1h 55m

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