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Persona is a 1966 Swedish psychological drama film written and directed by Ingmar Bergman. The film explores themes of identity, silence, selfhood, and communication through the developing relationship between the stage actress Elisabeth Vogler and the nurse Alma. The production was shot with a limited setting and cast, and is presented in black-and-white format. The cinematography was handled by Sven Nykvist, the editing by Ulla Ryghe, and the music by Lars Johan Werle.
Famous stage actress Elisabeth Vogler suddenly stops speaking during a performance of the play Electra. With no medical cause identified, she is sent to a rural summer house for treatment. Accompanying her is the nurse Alma, who gradually begins to share intimate details of her personal life. The communication process between the two women gradually transforms into a state in which their identities merge and boundaries become indistinct.
The film was shot in Sweden and premiered in 1966. The principal shooting locations are various regions across Sweden. The production was filmed in black-and-white with a 1.37:1 aspect ratio and has a runtime of 83 minutes. The language is Swedish, with some scenes containing English elements.
An iconic scene from Persona - MUBI
The film addresses themes such as identity, the face, silence, modes of communication, and interpersonal boundaries. Close-up facial shots, the use of light and shadow, and superimposition techniques are prominently featured in its cinematic language.
Persona was released in Sweden in 1966 and entered international distribution in 1967, including the United States. The global box office revenue amounted to approximately $90,800 USD.
BAFTA Film Award (1968) – Nomination for Bibi Andersson
The film received a total of approximately eight awards and four nominations from various national and international festivals.
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