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Shame

film by Bergman [1968]
Also known as: “Skammen”

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Shame (1968) is a film by Swedish director Ingmar Bergman. It is part of a series of films Bergman made on the island of Fårö, which explore inner conflicts within small groups of characters. Bergman's films are known for their bleak depictions of human loneliness, vulnerability, and torment, often delving into spiritual and intellectual themes.12

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