Ingmar Bergman in Iceland

Ingmar Bergman in Iceland

Ingmar Bergman in Iceland

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Ingmar Bergman in Iceland

1989

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Overview

Based on an interview with Ingmar Bergman and footage taken during the director's visit to the Reykjavík Art Festival in 1986, this film focuses on Mr. Bergman's methods and philosophy on film direction.

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2 members

Directing

Ingmar Bergman

Self

Ingmar Bergman

Directing

Hrafn Gunnlaugsson

Self

Hrafn Gunnlaugsson

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