biography,theology student,family chronicle

The Best Intentions (1992)

Poster for The Best Intentions

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.

Cast & Crew

Director
Bille August
  • Profile picture of Samuel Fröler
    Henrik Bergman Samuel Fröler
  • Profile picture of Pernilla August
    Anna Bergman Pernilla August
  • Profile picture of Max von Sydow
    Johan Åkerblom Max von Sydow
  • Profile picture of Ghita Nørby
    Karin Åkerblom Ghita Nørby
  • Profile picture of Lennart Hjulström
    Nordenson Lennart Hjulström
  • Profile picture of Mona Malm
    Alma Bergman Mona Malm
  • Profile picture of Lena Endre
    Frida Strandberg Lena Endre
  • Profile picture of Keve Hjelm
    Fredrik Bergman Keve Hjelm

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Keywords

  • biography
  • theology student
  • family chronicle