The Vocation
"Sven Nykvist's missionary father in Africa"
Originally released in 1974. The Vocation is a documentary film. directed by Sven Nykvist. At just 30 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Erland Josephson, Harriet Andersson, and Sean Connery
Synopsis
Sven Nykvist, best known as Ingmar Bergman cinematographer, made this film as a tribute to his father who was a missionary in Kongo in the early 20th century. The story of his father Gustav Natanael Nykvist is told through his own photos, letters, and films. Director & cinematographer: Sven Nykvist. Narrators in the English dubbed version: Liv Ullmann & Sean Connery. Produced by Ingmar Bergman (Cinematograph AB). Digitally restored in 2022.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 2, 1974
51 years ago
Runtime
0h 30m
30 minutes total
User Rating
9.0/10
Excellent (1 votes)
Language
SV
Original language
Country
Sweden
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- SV
Production Companies
- Cinematograph AB
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Vocation about?
Sven Nykvist, best known as Ingmar Bergman cinematographer, made this film as a tribute to his father who was a missionary in Kongo in the early 20th century. The story of his father Gustav Natanae...
Who directed The Vocation?
The Vocation was directed by Sven Nykvist.
How long is The Vocation?
The Vocation has a runtime of 0 hours and 30 minutes (30 minutes total).
When was The Vocation released?
The Vocation was released on April 2, 1974 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Vocation?
The main cast of The Vocation includes Erland Josephson, Harriet Andersson, Sean Connery, Liv Ullmann.