Autumn Sonata
Höstsonaten
Synopsis
After a seven-year absence, Charlotte Andergast travels to Sweden to reunite with her daughter Eva. The pair have a troubled relationship: Charlotte sacrificed the responsibilities of motherhood for a career as a classical pianist. Over an emotional night, the pair reopen the wounds of the past. Charlotte gets another shock when she finds out that her mentally impaired daughter, Helena, is out of the asylum and living with Eva.
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Autumn Sonata (1978) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
Type: Trailer • Published 2017-11-27
Top Cast
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Ingrid Bergman
Charlotte
Liv Ullmann
Eva
Lena Nyman
Helena
Halvar Björk
Viktor
Marianne Aminoff
Charlotte's Private Secretary
Arne Bang-Hansen
Uncle Otto
Gunnar Björnstrand
Paul
Erland Josephson
Josef
Georg Løkkeberg
Leonardo
Mimi Pollak
Piano Instructor
Linn Ullmann
Young Eva
Eva von Hanno
Nurse (uncredited)
Knut Wigert
Professor (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 8, 1978
Wide Cinema Exhibition
November 20, 2018
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ingmar Bergman
- Screenplay & Story
- Ingmar Bergman
- Original Title
- Höstsonaten
- Country of Origin
- Germany, Sweden, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English, Swedish
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- Suede Film, Personafilm, ITC Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ingmar Bergman
Ingmar Bergman
Sven Nykvist
Sylvia Ingemarsson
Lew Grade
Department Leadership Roster
Ingmar Bergman
Director
Ingmar Bergman
Screenplay
Lew Grade
Producer
Sven Nykvist
Director of Photography
Sylvia Ingemarsson
Editor
Anna Asp
Production Design
Inger Pehrsson
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Autumn Sonata
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What is Autumn Sonata about?
After a seven-year absence, Charlotte Andergast travels to Sweden to reunite with her daughter Eva. The pair have a troubled relationship: Charlotte sacrificed the responsibilities of motherhood for a career as a classical pianist. Over an emotional night, the pair reopen the wounds of the past. Charlotte gets another shock when she finds out that her mentally impaired daughter, Helena, is out of the asylum and living with Eva.
Who directed Autumn Sonata?
Autumn Sonata was directed by Ingmar Bergman.
Who stars in Autumn Sonata?
The principal cast of Autumn Sonata includes Ingrid Bergman, Liv Ullmann, Lena Nyman, Halvar Björk, Marianne Aminoff.
When was Autumn Sonata released and how long is it?
Autumn Sonata was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Autumn Sonata?
Autumn Sonata holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: TP; GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).