Wild Strawberries

Smultronstället
Wild Strawberries
Genres: Drama
Rating: 8.14
Year:1957
Country:SE
Runtime: 1h 31min

Description:

In this introspective Swedish film, we follow the journey of Isak Borg, a retired doctor who embarks on a road trip from Stockholm to Lund to receive an honorary degree from his former university. During this emotional voyage, he is accompanied by Marianne, his son's pregnant and discontented wife, adding tension to their already strained relationship.As the duo travels through the Swedish countryside, they come across a series of hitchhikers whose interactions with Isak trigger an introspective exploration of his past experiences and personal shortcomings. Among these chance encounters is Sara, a lively young woman who bears an uncanny resemblance to Isak's first love, prompting the elderly doctor to reflect on both the joys and disappointments he faced throughout his life.The film subtly explores themes of regret, aging, and the passage of time as it follows Isak Borg's journey through a landscape of personal memories and new encounters, ultimately weaving a poignant narrative that transcends generational divides.

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