The Best Intentions (1992)
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Overview
In this film about Ingmar Bergman's parents, Henrik Bergman is studying for the priesthood and trying to make ends meet when he encounters the lovely, affluent Anna. Despite their social differences, Henrik and Anna fall in love, wed and move to the country. They lead a quiet life as Henrik works as a priest, but it isn't long before the simple people and plain surroundings make Anna long for a more lavish lifestyle, which causes marital stress.
Where to watch The Best Intentions
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | — | FlixFling | FlixFling |
| Canada | — | FlixFling | FlixFling |
| France | — | Apple TV | Apple TV, Canal VOD |
| Spain | Acontra Plus | Amazon Video, Acontra Plus | Amazon Video |
| Italy | Raro Video, The Film Club | Timvision, Amazon Video, CHILI | Apple TV, Timvision, Amazon Video, CHILI |
| Brazil | Cindie | — | — |
| Mexico | Cindie | — | — |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists The Best Intentions in 3 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is The Best Intentions about?
In this film about Ingmar Bergman's parents, Henrik Bergman is studying for the priesthood and trying to make ends meet when he encounters the lovely, affluent Anna. Despite their social differences, Henrik and Anna fall in love, wed and move to the country. They lead a quiet life as Henrik works as a priest, but it isn't long before the simple people and plain surroundings make Anna long for a more lavish lifestyle, which causes marital stress. The Best Intentions is a Drama, Romance movie, released on 1992-05-24, runtime 182 minutes.
Is The Best Intentions worth watching?
TMDB users rate The Best Intentions 7.0 out of 10 from 77 ratings. Reception is mixed-to-positive.
Where can I watch The Best Intentions?
In Spain, The Best Intentions streams on Acontra Plus and can be rented from Amazon Video and Acontra Plus. The table on this page lists 6 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Bille August
Cast
- Samuel Fröler as Henrik Bergman
- Pernilla August as Anna Bergman
- Max von Sydow as Johan Åkerblom
- Ghita Nørby as Karin Åkerblom
- Lennart Hjulström as Nordenson
- Mona Malm as Alma Bergman
- Lena Endre as Frida Strandberg
- Keve Hjelm as Fredrik Bergman
- Björn Kjellman as Ernst Åkerblom
- Börje Ahlstedt as Carl Åkerblom
- Hans Alfredson as Gransjö
- Lena T. Hansson as Magda Säll
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Sources
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