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Screenplay Ingmar Bergman
Director Ingmar Bergman

Through a Glass Darkly

Drama1961

Original Title: Såsom i en spegel

Release Date: 1961-10-16

Duration: 91 minutes

Synopsis

Karin hopes to recover from her recent stay at a mental hospital by spending the summer at her family's cottage on a tiny island. Her husband, Martin, cares for her but is frustrated by her physical withdrawal. Her younger brother, Minus, is confused by Karin's vulnerability and his own budding sexuality. Their father, David, cannot overcome his haughty remoteness. Beset by visions, Karin descends further into madness.

Casting

  • Max von Sydow
    Martin
  • Harriet Andersson
    Karin
  • Gunnar Björnstrand
    David
  • Lars Passgård
    Minus