Brink of Life
This intimate chamber drama, set in a maternity ward, follows the emotional crises of three women as they grapple with motherhood.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | Nära livet |
| Year | 1958 |
| Country | Sweden |
| Genre | Drama |
| Director | Ingmar Bergman |
| Runtime | 85 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.5/10 (92 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film lives at the rhythm of everyday life — and that's its strength. No cinema about 'big events,' just about how people live, make mistakes, and understand themselves.
Worth watching for the performances and the sincerity. If you're waiting for events — there aren't many. If you're waiting for feeling — it's there.
For those looking for film about people, not events. If you need action — look elsewhere.
Director: Ingmar Bergman
— MovieFinder Editorial
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Viewing atmosphere: When you're in the mood for a conversation about life. With a partner or friend you can trust.
🎭 Cast
Eva Dahlbeck
Stina Andersson
Ingrid Thulin
Cecilia Ellius
Bibi Andersson
Hjördis Pettersson
Barbro Hiort af Ornäs
Nurse Brita
Erland Josephson
Anders Ellius
Max von Sydow
Harry Andersson
Gunnar Sjöberg
Dr. Nordlander
Ann-Marie Gyllenspetz
Counsellor Gran
Inga Landgré
Greta Ellius
Kristina Adolphson
Nurse (uncredited)
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