Poster for the movie Through a Glass Darkly

Through a Glass Darkly

1961 • 91 minutes
Drama

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.

Picture of Harriet Andersson

Harriet Andersson

Karin

Picture of Gunnar Björnstrand

Gunnar Björnstrand

David

Picture of Max von Sydow

Max von Sydow

Martin

Picture of Lars Passgård

Lars Passgård

Minus