Autumn Sonata (1978)

Autumn Sonata (1978) poster

After a seven-year absence, Charlotte Andergast travels to Sweden to reunite with her daughter Eva. The pair have a troubled relationship: Charlotte sacrificed the responsibilities of motherhood for a career as a classical pianist. Over an emotional night, the pair reopen the wounds of the past. Charlotte gets another shock when she finds out that her mentally impaired daughter, Helena, is out of the asylum and living with Eva.

Director: Ingmar Bergman
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 93 min
Release Date:

Cast

Screenplay

Cinematography: Sven Nykvist
Editing: Sylvia Ingemarsson
Production: Suede Film, Personafilm, ITC Entertainment
Country: Germany, Sweden, United Kingdom
Language: English, svenska
Original Language: sv

Themes

The Complexity of Mother-Daughter Bonds, Widowhood and Coping with Loss, Unfaithful Husband and Guilt, Unfaithful Husband's Quest for Redemption, Stories of Heartbreak and Suffering

Keywords

loss of loved one, marriage, pianist, invalid, mother daughter reunion, mother daughter relationship, introspective, intimate, dramatic, intense, depressing

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Autumn Sonata about?
After a seven-year absence, Charlotte Andergast travels to Sweden to reunite with her daughter Eva. The pair have a troubled relationship: Charlotte sacrificed the responsibilities of motherhood for a career as a classical pianist. Over an emotional night, the pair reopen the wounds of the past. Charlotte gets another shock when she finds out that her mentally impaired daughter, Helena, is out of the asylum and living with Eva.
Who directed Autumn Sonata?
Autumn Sonata was directed by Ingmar Bergman.
Who stars in Autumn Sonata?
Autumn Sonata stars Ingrid Bergman, Liv Ullmann, Lena Nyman, Halvar Björk, Marianne Aminoff, Arne Bang-Hansen.
How long is Autumn Sonata?
Autumn Sonata has a runtime of 1h 33m (93 minutes).
What genre is Autumn Sonata?
Autumn Sonata is a Drama film.
Where was Autumn Sonata produced?
Autumn Sonata was produced in Germany, Sweden, United Kingdom.
What are the themes of Autumn Sonata?
The themes of Autumn Sonata include: The Complexity of Mother-Daughter Bonds, Widowhood and Coping with Loss, Unfaithful Husband and Guilt, Unfaithful Husband's Quest for Redemption, Stories of Heartbreak and Suffering.