Through a Glass Darkly
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Through a Glass Darkly (1961)

16/10/1961
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 BergmanDirector, Screenplay
  • Original Title

    Såsom i en spegel

  • Status

    Released

  • Original Language

    Swedish

  • Revenue

    $8,939

Keywords

  • daughter
  • island
  • schizophrenia
  • author
  • mental illness
  • electroconvulsive therapy