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Summer with Monika

1953, Movie, 1h 38min

Inspired by the earthy eroticism of Harriet Andersson, in the first of her many roles for him, Ingmar Bergman had a major international breakthrough with this sensual and ultimately ravaging tale of young love. A girl (Andersson) and boy (Lars Ekborg) from working-class families in Stockholm run away from home to spend a secluded, romantic summer at the beach, far from parents and responsibilities. Inevitably, it is not long before the pair are forced to return to reality. The version initially released in the U.S. was reedited by its distributor into something more salacious, but the original SUMMER WITH MONIKA (SOMMAREN MED MONIKA), presented here, is a work of stunning maturity and one of Bergman’s most important films.

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Reviews

Critic David Parkinson

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...Bergman's fixation with Andersson is evident in every frame, as he iconises her fresh good looks and unselfconscious physicality.

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Ronny Svensson

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Enda gången Bergman skildrar arbetarklassen och han lyckas sätta sig in i den lägre utsatta klassens vedermödor och tankar om tillvaron.

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Critic Jonna Vanhatalo

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...en modern och väldigt mångbottnad film som inte värjer för att tala om det svåra med hur det är att få livet att gå ihop när förälskelsens första fladdrande fjärilar stillat sin dans.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Summer with Monika about? Toggle content

A young couple, bored with their mundane lives, embark on a passionate and adventurous summer escape to a picturesque archipelago. As they soak up the sun, sea, and freedom, their love for each other intensifies. But as the summer draws to a close, reality sets in, and they must confront the consequences of their actions. A poignant and thought-provoking portrayal of young love, rebellion, and the quest for independence.

Where can I stream Summer with Monika? Toggle content

You can stream Summer with Monika on: The Criterion Channel Apple TV Store