Wild Strawberries (Smultronstället)
Monday, July 5, 2010 at 12:00PM
Release Year: 1957 Director: Ingmar Bergman Review: The unexamined life is not worth living, or says Socrates. In this Ingmar Bergman classic, a doctor in the twilight of his life is forced to relive and re-examine his life as he travels to receive an honorary degree. Along the way he meets a variety of people that make him remember his past and view his present in a new light. There is a quiet beauty which emanates from every scene. There isn't much of a narrative. It is a simple story, but has a theme which can resonate in anyone. It's never too late to recognize the shortcomings of the past, overcome them and get the most value from whatever is left of life. This is what works so well. It is a personal journey of self fulfillment which echos loudly for everyone. 
Rating: 4/5
Reader Comments (1)
Nice revue, I haven't watch Wild Strawberries in years but I might have to hunt it down again.