Shame 1968
Ingmar Bergman's *Shame (1968)* plunges into the heart of a brutal civil war through the lives of two former violinists, Johan and Marianne, whose once-passionate marriage unravels as violence engulfs their isolated island farm.
Director: Ingmar Bergman
Cast
Liv Ullmann
Eva Rosenberg
Max von Sydow
Jan Rosenberg
Sigge Fürst
Filip
Gunnar Björnstrand
Mr. Jacobi
Birgitta Valberg
Mrs. Jacobi
Hans Alfredson
Lobelius
Ingvar Kjellson
Oswald
Frank Sundström
Interrogator
Vilgot Sjöman
TV Interviewer
Bengt Eklund
Guard on Jacobi's Expedition
Frequently Asked Questions
What is *Shame* (1968) about?
*Shame* (1968) follows Johan and Marianne, a couple clinging to their rural sanctuary as civil war ravages their homeland. Their fragile existence—and marriage—is tested when the violence they sought to escape forces them into impossible choices, stripping away their illusions of neutrality.
Who directed *Shame*?
*Shame* (1968) was directed by Ingmar Bergman, the Swedish auteur renowned for his deep psychological dramas and exploration of human suffering.
Who stars in *Shame*?
The film stars Liv Ullmann and Max von Sydow as Johan and Marianne, with Gunnar Björnstrand and Sigge Fürst rounding out the principal cast as their troubled neighbors.
Is *Shame* (1968) worth watching?
As a war drama rooted in Bergman's signature psychological intensity, *Shame* (1968) is a must-watch for fans of introspective cinema. Its stark portrayal of moral decay and survival resonates powerfully, though its bleak tone may not suit all viewers.
How long is *Shame*?
*Shame* (1968) runs for 104 minutes, offering a tightly-paced exploration of its harrowing themes.
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About *Shame* (1968) — Ingmar Bergman's Haunting War Drama Starring Liv Ullmann and Max von Sydow
Ingmar Bergman's *Shame (1968)* plunges into the heart of a brutal civil war through the lives of two former violinists, Johan and Marianne, whose once-passionate marriage unravels as violence engulfs their isolated island farm. Their desperate attempts to remain neutral crumble under the weight of war, forcing them to confront the fragility of both love and morality in a world descending into chaos. Shot in stark black-and-white, the film weaves a haunting meditation on survival, guilt, and the erosion of human dignity amid relentless conflict.
With Liv Ullmann and Max von Sydow delivering powerhouse performances, *Shame (1968)* stands as a masterclass in psychological drama, blending Bergman's signature introspection with the raw tension of wartime survival. The film's unflinching portrayal of moral collapse and the cost of neutrality lingers long after the final frame, leaving viewers to grapple with its unsettling questions about human resilience and complicity.
