The Best Intentions

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In this film about Ingmar Bergman's parents, Henrik Bergman is studying for the priesthood and trying to make ends meet when he encounters the lovely, affluent Anna. Despite their social differences, Henrik and Anna fall in love, wed and move to the country. They lead a quiet life as Henrik works as a priest, but it isn't long before the simple people and plain surroundings make Anna long for a more lavish lifestyle, which causes marital stress.

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Creators

Bille August

director

Ingmar Bergman

writer

Cast

Samuel Fröler actor Pernilla August actor Max Von Sydow actor Ghita Nørby actor

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Lennart Hjulström actor Mona Malm actor Lena Endre actor Keve Hjelm actor Björn Kjellman actor Börje Ahlstedt actor Hans Alfredson actor

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Lena T. Hansson actor Anita Björk actor Ernst Günther actor Marie Göranzon actor

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Björn Granath actor Gunilla Nyroos actor Michael Segerström actor Inga Landgré actor Emy Storm actor