The Trouble with Angels
Director: Ida Lupino
Actors: Rosalind Russell, Hayley Mills, Binnie Barnes
PlotTwo rebellious teenage girls, Mary and Rachel, enter a Catholic boarding school led by the strict yet caring Mother Superior. From their first day, the girls, especially Mary, find themselves in constant mischief, devising pranks and wreaking havoc in an effort to outwit the nuns and test the boundaries of the school's rules. Despite their antics, the staff, including Sisters Prudence and Liguori, manage to keep a firm but gentle grip on the students, hoping to guide them towards maturity and personal growth. Mary’s clever schemes often land both her and Rachel in hot water, leading to frequent encounters with Mother Superior, who maintains both discipline and understanding.
As time passes, the girls' endless search for amusement and rebellion starts to wane. The nurturing environment and the strong-willed yet compassionate role models in the convent gradually leave a lasting impression on Mary. Through various experiences and lessons of compassion and responsibility, Mary begins to question her life choices and reflect on her future. The journey from carefree troublemaking to self-discovery becomes central to Mary's growth, imbuing her with a newfound respect for the women guiding her and the community within the convent.
Writers: Blanche Hanalis, Jane Trahey
Release Date: 30 Mar 1966
Runtime: 112 min
Rating: PG
Country: United States
Language: English
Physical Media Reviews
The Trouble with Angels remains a delightful, well-acted film from the 1960s, with excellent video and serviceable audio on Sony's Blu-ray, though lacking in extras.