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Through a Glass Darkly

  • October 16, 1961
  • 91 min.
  • Drama
  • Sweden
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.

Original title: Såsom i en spegel

2

nominations

50%

winning rate

1

win

Academy Awards #35 - 1963

Award People Status
Best Original Screenplay Ingmar Bergman

Academy Awards #34 - 1962

Award People Status
Best International Feature Film Winner

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