Audio problem: In the scene where Homer teaches the Nuns to sing the hymn "Amen", it is quite obvious that Sidney Poitier's voice has been dubbed by another singer.
Lilies Of The Field (1963)
1 audio problem
Directed by: Ralph Nelson
Starring: Sidney Poitier, Lilia Skala, Isa Crino, Lisa Mann
Audio problem: In the scene where Homer teaches the Nuns to sing the hymn "Amen", it is quite obvious that Sidney Poitier's voice has been dubbed by another singer.
Mother Maria: The Lions.
Sister Gertrude: Ya.
Mother Maria: The Elks.
Sister Gertrude: Ya.
Mother Maria: The Order of Moose.
Sister Gertrude: Ya.
Mother Maria: Kiwani's, what kind of animal is that?
Sister Gertrude: American.
Trivia: The budget for this movie was so low even by 1963 standards (about 250k), that in order to save money the director of the film (Ralph Nelson), cast himself as the contractor who helps build the church. By the way, Sidney Poitier worked for minimum pay and a piece of the movie.
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