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Private Confessions

December 25, 1996 2h 5m 5.8/10 (13 votes)

Originally released in 1996. Private Confessions is a drama film. directed by Liv Ullmann. With a runtime of 2h 5m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Pernilla August, Max von Sydow, and Samuel Fröler

Synopsis

Five conversations frame a flawed marriage in this film written by Ingmar Bergman about his parents. Guilt-ridden wife Anna (Pernilla August) divulges an extramarital affair to a priest, her uncle Jacob (Max von Sydow). He presses her to confess her sins to her husband, Henrik. As the film moves back and forth in time, the notion of truth is tested. Tomas, the lover, and Henrik will find that Anna's confessions do not absolve anyone, and have the power to inflict more pain.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 25, 1996 29 years ago
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Runtime 2h 5m 125 minutes total
User Rating 5.8/10 Mixed (13 votes)
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Language SV Original language
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Country Sweden Production

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Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
SV

Production Companies

  • SVT

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Private Confessions about?

Five conversations frame a flawed marriage in this film written by Ingmar Bergman about his parents. Guilt-ridden wife Anna (Pernilla August) divulges an extramarital affair to a priest, her uncle ...

Who directed Private Confessions?

Private Confessions was directed by Liv Ullmann.

How long is Private Confessions?

Private Confessions has a runtime of 2 hours and 5 minutes (125 minutes total).

When was Private Confessions released?

Private Confessions was released on December 25, 1996 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Private Confessions?

The main cast of Private Confessions includes Pernilla August, Max von Sydow, Samuel Fröler, Anita Björk, Thomas Hanzon.