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Through a Glass Darkly

October 16, 1961 1h 31m 7.8/10 (523 votes)

Originally released in 1961. Through a Glass Darkly is a drama film. directed by Ingmar Bergman.

Starring Harriet Andersson, Gunnar Björnstrand, and Max von Sydow

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.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 16, 1961 64 years ago
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Runtime 1h 31m 91 minutes total
User Rating 7.8/10 Great (523 votes)
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Box Office $8.9K Worldwide gross
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Language SV Original language
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Country Sweden Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
SV
Revenue
$8,939

Production Companies

  • SF Studios

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Through a Glass Darkly about?

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 physica...

Who directed Through a Glass Darkly?

Through a Glass Darkly was directed by Ingmar Bergman.

How long is Through a Glass Darkly?

Through a Glass Darkly has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).

When was Through a Glass Darkly released?

Through a Glass Darkly was released on October 16, 1961 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Through a Glass Darkly?

The main cast of Through a Glass Darkly includes Harriet Andersson, Gunnar Björnstrand, Max von Sydow, Lars Passgård.

Is Through a Glass Darkly worth watching?

Through a Glass Darkly has a user rating of 7.8/10 based on 523 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.