The Seventh Seal (1957)
Original title: Det sjunde inseglet
The Seventh Seal is a 1957 Swedish-language fantasy movie directed by Ingmar Bergman, with a running time of 1h 36m. It stars Gunnar Björnstrand, Bengt Ekerot and Nils Poppe.
When disillusioned Swedish knight Antonius Block returns home from the Crusades to find his country in the grips of the Black Death, he challenges Death to a chess match for his life. Tormented by the belief that God does not exist, Block sets off on a journey, meeting up with traveling players Jof and his wife, Mia, and becoming determined to evade Death long enough to commit one redemptive act while he still lives.
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What is The Seventh Seal about?
When disillusioned Swedish knight Antonius Block returns home from the Crusades to find his country in the grips of the Black Death, he challenges Death to a chess match for his life. Tormented by the belief that God does not exist, Block sets off on a journey, meeting up with traveling players Jof and his wife, Mia, and becoming determined to evade Death long enough to commit one redemptive act while he still lives.
When was The Seventh Seal released?
The Seventh Seal was released on 16 February 1957.
How long is The Seventh Seal?
The Seventh Seal runs 1h 36m.
Who made The Seventh Seal?
The Seventh Seal was directed by Ingmar Bergman.
Where can I watch The Seventh Seal?
The Seventh Seal is available on Criterion Channel, HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Kanopy and Plex.
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