Through a Glass Darkly (1962)

  • NR
  • 03/13/1962 (US)
  • Drama
  • 1h 31m

Overview

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.

Ingmar Bergman

Screenplay, Director

Cast

Harriet Andersson's headshot

Harriet Andersson

Karin
Gunnar Björnstrand's headshot

Gunnar Björnstrand

David
Max von Sydow's headshot

Max von Sydow

Martin
Lars Passgård's headshot

Lars Passgård

Minus

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