The House of Bernarda Alba

The House of Bernarda Alba

1976
1h 35min

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.

The House of Bernarda Alba

Storyline

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.
    Released
    28 July 1976
    Runtime
    1h 35min
    Director
    Genre
    Status
    Released
    Language
    English
    Production
    BBC
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