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The Best Intentions
Overview
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.
Director and cast
- Bille August Director
- Samuel Fröler as Henrik Bergman
- Pernilla August as Anna Bergman
- Max von Sydow as Johan Åkerblom
- Ghita Nørby as Karin Åkerblom
- Lennart Hjulström as Nordenson
- Mona Malm as Alma Bergman
- Lena Endre as Frida Strandberg
- Keve Hjelm as Fredrik Bergman
- Björn Kjellman as Ernst Åkerblom
- Börje Ahlstedt as Carl Åkerblom
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