A Dream Play (1963)
A television adaptation of August Strindberg’s A Dream Play, the film follows Agnes, the daughter of the god Indra, as she descends to Earth to witness the conditions of human existence. Through a succession of loosely connected scenes, she encounters individuals from different walks of life, with events unfolding according to dream logic rather than linear narrative.
Director: Ingmar Bergman
Genre: Drama, Fantasy, TV Movie
Runtime: 113 min
Release Date: May 2, 1963
Cast
- Ingrid Thulin - Agnes
- Uno Henning - Alfred
- Allan Edwall - Axel
- Olof Widgren - Writer
- John Elfström - Glazier
- Maude Adelson
- Jörgen Lindström
- Carl Billquist
- Helena Brodin
- Tor Isedal
Screenplay
Music: Sven-Erik Bäck
Editing: Monica Barthelsson
Production: Sveriges Radio-TV
Country: Sweden
Language: svenska
Original Language: sv
Themes
Magical Realism and Wonders
Keywords
surrealism
Similar Movies
More Films by Director: Ingmar Bergman
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is A Dream Play about?
- A television adaptation of August Strindberg’s A Dream Play, the film follows Agnes, the daughter of the god Indra, as she descends to Earth to witness the conditions of human existence. Through a succession of loosely connected scenes, she encounters individuals from different walks of life, with events unfolding according to dream logic rather than linear narrative.
- Who directed A Dream Play?
- A Dream Play was directed by Ingmar Bergman.
- Who stars in A Dream Play?
- A Dream Play stars Ingrid Thulin, Uno Henning, Allan Edwall, Olof Widgren, John Elfström, Maude Adelson.
- How long is A Dream Play?
- A Dream Play has a runtime of 1h 53m (113 minutes).
- What genre is A Dream Play?
- A Dream Play is a Drama, Fantasy, TV Movie film.
- Where was A Dream Play produced?
- A Dream Play was produced in Sweden.
- What are the themes of A Dream Play?
- The themes of A Dream Play include: Magical Realism and Wonders.