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Persona (1966)

“Ingmar Bergman's most personal and original film.”

8.1/10 · 2,414 votes 1h 25m Drama

#2 of 17 films from 1966 #137 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Ingmar Bergman · Written by Ingmar Bergman

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Overview

A young nurse, Alma, is put in charge of Elisabeth Vogler: an actress who is seemingly healthy in all respects, but will not talk. As they spend time together, Alma speaks to Elisabeth constantly, never receiving any answer.

Cast

Bibi Anderssonas Alma
Liv Ullmannas Elisabet Vogler
Margaretha Krookas The Doctor
Gunnar Björnstrandas Herr Vogler
Jörgen Lindströmas Elisabet's Son (uncredited)

Facts

Release dateOctober 18, 1966
Runtime85 min (1h 25m) — shorter as the 1966 average of 114 min
GenresDrama
LanguageSV
Box office$250,000
IMDbtt0060827

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Questions

How long is Persona?
Persona runs 85 minutes (1h 25m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is Persona worth watching?
TMDB users give it 8.1/10 across 2,414 votes, which places it #2 of 17 films released in 1966 in this index (top 94%) and #137 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed Persona?
Persona was directed by Ingmar Bergman. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Seventh Seal (1957), Wild Strawberries (1957), Autumn Sonata (1978).
Who stars in Persona?
Bibi Andersson as Alma; Liv Ullmann as Elisabet Vogler; Margaretha Krook as The Doctor; Gunnar Björnstrand as Herr Vogler; Jörgen Lindström as Elisabet's Son (uncredited).
Where can I watch the trailer for Persona?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/82214.

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