Sommaren med Monika (1953)
Release Year: 1953
Nation: Sweden
Alternative Title: Un verano con Mónica, Rausch der Liebe, Monika en de begeerte, Monika et le désir, Un été avec Monika
Director: Ingmar Bergman
Writer: Per Anders Fogelström, Ingmar Bergman
Production & Genre
Awards & Similar
Awards: N/A
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Keywords
Keywords: pregnancy, stockholm, sweden, young love, archipelago, midsummer
Story
Monika from Stockholm falls in love with Harry, a young man on holiday. When she becomes pregnant they are forced into a marriage, which begins to fall apart soon after they take up residence in a cramped little flat.
Summary
Directed by Ingmar Bergman in 1953, 'Sommaren med Monika' is a Swedish drama that explores themes of love, freedom, responsibility, and the consequences of one's actions. The film follows the romantic yet tumultuous relationship between Harry Lund and Monika, two young individuals who choose to live freely outside societal norms. It offers a glimpse into Bergman's early filmmaking style and his recurring exploration of human relationships.
