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Through a Glass Darkly

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Overview

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.

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Top cast

  • Harriet Andersson

    Harriet Andersson

    Karin

  • Gunnar Björnstrand

    Gunnar Björnstrand

    David

  • Max von Sydow

    Max von Sydow

    Martin

  • Lars Passgård

    Lars Passgård

    Minus