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Film Description
Bergman's stark look at faith and its loss is the second part of a trilogy with 'Through a Glass Darkly' (1961) and 'The Silence' (1963). A pastor (Gunnar Bjornstrand) who seems to have lost his faith after his wife's death finds himself unable to give spiritual reassurance to a local fisherman (Max von Sydow), whose wife Marta (Ingrid Thulin) has long been in love with the pastor.
Remastered. Includes removable subtitles, extracts from 'Images' by Bergman, film notes by Philip Strick, The Bergman Collection trailer, filmographies, animated and scored menus
While the subject matter steps forward from Through a Glass Darkly, the technique and approach change radically. Winter Light is a cold, beautiful film where the seri... more >
While the subject matter steps forward from Through a Glass Darkly, the technique and approach change radically. Winter Light is a cold, beautiful film where the serious action takes place in the minds of the characters. A script which seems to precisely capture what Bergman wants to say, magical cinematography, dramatic use of sound twice, acting of the highest order from the supporting characters, especially Thulin, the film is only let down by Bjornstrand's central performance. In his book "Images" Bergman takes some of the blame for this but lists his excuses. A lot of visible technique and as many hidden virtues, Winter Light definitely repays repeated viewings. AH < less
