The Best Intentions

Name: The Best Intentions
Released: 1992-05-24
Rating: 7

7.0/10 (74)

·1992· 182 min

Director: Bille August

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.

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Cast

Samuel Fröler

Henrik Bergman

Pernilla August

Anna Bergman

Max von Sydow

Johan Åkerblom

Ghita Nørby

Karin Åkerblom

Lennart Hjulström

Nordenson

Mona Malm

Alma Bergman

Lena Endre

Frida Strandberg

Keve Hjelm

Fredrik Bergman

Björn Kjellman

Ernst Åkerblom

Börje Ahlstedt

Carl Åkerblom

Hans Alfredson

Gransjö

Lena T. Hansson

Magda Säll

In brief

The Best Intentions (1992) is a drama, romance film. With an average rating of 7.0/10 from 74 votes, it's a solidly rated pick. The film runs 3h 2min. Check current streaming availability in the "Where to watch" section above.

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How long is The Best Intentions?

The Best Intentions runs 182 minutes (3h 2min).

What rating does The Best Intentions have?

The Best Intentions has an average rating of 7.0/10 based on 74 viewer votes on TMDB.

What year is The Best Intentions from?

The Best Intentions was released in 1992.