Through a Glass Darkly
Såsom i en spegel
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.
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Through a Glass Darkly (1961) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
Type: Trailer • Published 2019-03-18
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 13, 1962
Wide Cinema Exhibition
September 29, 2004
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$9K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ingmar Bergman
- Screenplay & Story
- Ingmar Bergman
- Original Score
- Erik Nordgren
- Original Title
- Såsom i en spegel
- Country of Origin
- Sweden
- Spoken Languages
- Latin, Swedish
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Worldwide Gross
- $9K
- Production Studios
- SF Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ingmar Bergman
Ingmar Bergman
Erik Nordgren
Sven Nykvist
Ulla Ryghe
Allan Ekelund
Department Leadership Roster
Ingmar Bergman
Screenplay
Sven Nykvist
Director of Photography
Ulla Ryghe
Editor
Allan Ekelund
Producer
Erik Nordgren
Original Music Composer
P.A. Lundgren
Production Design
Mago
Costume Design
Ingmar Bergman
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Through a Glass Darkly
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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 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.
Who directed Through a Glass Darkly?
Through a Glass Darkly was directed by Ingmar Bergman.
Who stars in Through a Glass Darkly?
The principal cast of Through a Glass Darkly includes Harriet Andersson, Gunnar Björnstrand, Max von Sydow, Lars Passgård.
When was Through a Glass Darkly released and how long is it?
Through a Glass Darkly was released in 1961 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
How much did Through a Glass Darkly make at the box office?
Through a Glass Darkly grossed $9K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Through a Glass Darkly?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Through a Glass Darkly was composed by Erik Nordgren.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Through a Glass Darkly?
Through a Glass Darkly holds official age classifications: FR: TP.