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Smiles of a Summer Night

NR
Movie
1955
1h 49m
Swedish
Comedy, Romance
Early in the 20th century, middle-aged lawyer Fredrik Egerman and his young wife, Anne, have still not consummated their marriage, while Fredrik's son finds himself increasingly attracted to his new stepmother. To make matters worse, Fredrik's old flame Desiree makes a public bet that she can seduce him at a romantic weekend retreat where four couples convene, swapping partners and pairing off in unexpected ways.
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Gunnar Bjrnstrand
Fredrik Egerman
Ulla Jacobsson
Anne Egerman
Eva Dahlbeck
Desirée Armfeldt
Margit Carlqvist
Countess Charlotte Malcolm
Jarl Kulle
Count Carl Magnus Malcolm
Bjrn Bjelfvenstam
Henrik Egerman
Naima Wifstrand
Desirée's Mother
Gunnar Nielsen
Niklas (uncredited)
Gsta Przelius
Manservant (uncredited)
Svea Holst
Dresser (uncredited)
Mona Malm
Maid (uncredited)
Lena Sderblom
Maid (uncredited)
Josef Norman
Guest (uncredited)
Yngve Nordwall
Ferdinand (uncredited)
Hans Strt
Adolf Almgren (uncredited)
Lisa Lundholm
Mrs. Almgren (uncredited)
Brje Mellvig
Clerk (uncredited)
David Erikson
Tobacconist (uncredited)
Arne Lindblad
Actor (uncredited)
Directed By: Ingmar Bergman
Written By: Ingmar Bergman (Screenplay)

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EZDubBOizz says...
2 weeks ago
This one is interesting because it shows Bergman in a different light than usual—not just compared to the films I've seen, but also to the way people talk about him. Typically, his work revolves around ethical, philosophical, and theological questions about God, but this film takes a different approach. It’s more comedic, more focused on character exploration—their desires, their actions, and the lengths they go to in pursuit of what they want. And it works. It really does. It’s not the same Bergman, but it’s still undeniably Bergman. His masterful direction, his striking cinematography, and his sharp writing are all present. The characters are great, and though much of the film is a slow buildup, gradually revealing their motivations, it all culminates beautifully by the end. That final payoff lets you see these characters for who they truly are. It’s a great film—different in tone from his usual work, but still distinctly his. Highly recommended, 7.88/10
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soonertbone says...
9 months ago
I prefer Bergman when he's questioning God and existence, but this lighter comedy was still wonderful. Permutations of relationships within the small cast take their time to develop, so that when they're all thrown together the sparks fly. Definitely not what I expected, but would want to revisit this in the future.
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Maarten Delfgou says...
3 years ago
The original title of the film is Sommarnattens leende.
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CinemaSerf
2 months ago
I know, who'd have though it? An Ingmar Bergman film that's actually quite fun! It's also quite racy too! "Fredrik" (Gunnar Björnstrand) has married the much, much younger "Anne" (Ulla Jacobsson) but their relationship is as yet unconsummated. She isn't yet happy about losing her virginity or he de More
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