Concludes Ingmar Bergman's magical journey into childhood and contrasts it with an earlier haunting journey to self-discovery. Introduced by Derek Malcolm
Fanny and Alexander: 4
The Ekdahl family rally round to save Emilie and her children from the oppressive severity of the bishop's household. When negotiations break down, old Isak resorts to magic. For Alexander, Emilie and Helena dreams become reality.
Written and directed by Ingmar Bergman
(A Swedish series with English subtitles)
and at 11.55
Wild Strawberries (Smultronstället)
starring Victor Sjöström Bibi Andersson
Professor Isak Borg, woken by a terrifying surrealist dream, abruptly changes his plans. Instead of flying to Lund to receive an honorary doctorate, he will drive right across Sweden. Accompanied by his daughter-in-law Marianne, he stops at his old family home to relive his first love and first disappointment. The professor's journey through dreams and memories to a new-found compassion brought acclaim and awards to Ingmar Bergman and to his star, veteran film director Victor Sjöström.
Written and directed by Ingmar Bergman
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