The Virgin Spring
"Ravished innocence... brings terrible revenge!"
Originally released in 1960. The Virgin Spring is a drama/history film. directed by Ingmar Bergman.
Starring Max von Sydow, Birgitta Valberg, and Gunnel Lindblom
Synopsis
Devout Christians Töre and Märeta send their only daughter, the virginal Karin, and their foster daughter, the unrepentant Ingeri, to deliver candles to a distant church. On their way through the woods, the girls encounter a group of savage goat herders who brutally rape and murder Karin as Ingeri remains hidden. When the killers unwittingly seek refuge in the farmhouse of Töre and Märeta, Töre plots a fitting revenge.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 8, 1960
65 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
7.8/10
Great (657 votes)
Box Office
$700K
Worldwide gross
Language
SV
Original language
Country
Sweden
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- SV
- Revenue
- $700,000
Production Companies
- SF Studios
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Virgin Spring about?
Devout Christians Töre and Märeta send their only daughter, the virginal Karin, and their foster daughter, the unrepentant Ingeri, to deliver candles to a distant church. On their way through the...
Who directed The Virgin Spring?
The Virgin Spring was directed by Ingmar Bergman.
How long is The Virgin Spring?
The Virgin Spring has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was The Virgin Spring released?
The Virgin Spring was released on February 8, 1960 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Virgin Spring?
The main cast of The Virgin Spring includes Max von Sydow, Birgitta Valberg, Gunnel Lindblom, Birgitta Pettersson, Axel Düberg.
Is The Virgin Spring worth watching?
The Virgin Spring has a user rating of 7.8/10 based on 657 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.