The Virgin Spring (1960)
Original title: Jungfrukällan
The Virgin Spring is a 1960 Swedish-language drama movie directed by Ingmar Bergman, with a running time of 1h 30m. It stars Max von Sydow, Birgitta Valberg and Gunnel Lindblom.
Devout Christians Töre and Märeta send their only daughter, the virginal Karin, and their foster daughter, the unrepentant Ingeri, to deliver candles to a distant church. On their way through the woods, the girls encounter a group of savage goat herders who brutally rape and murder Karin as Ingeri remains hidden. When the killers unwittingly seek refuge in the farmhouse of Töre and Märeta, Töre plots a fitting revenge.
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What is The Virgin Spring about?
Devout Christians Töre and Märeta send their only daughter, the virginal Karin, and their foster daughter, the unrepentant Ingeri, to deliver candles to a distant church. On their way through the woods, the girls encounter a group of savage goat herders who brutally rape and murder Karin as Ingeri remains hidden. When the killers unwittingly seek refuge in the farmhouse of Töre and Märeta, Töre plots a fitting revenge.
When was The Virgin Spring released?
The Virgin Spring was released on 8 February 1960.
How long is The Virgin Spring?
The Virgin Spring runs 1h 30m.
Who made The Virgin Spring?
The Virgin Spring was directed by Ingmar Bergman.
Where can I watch The Virgin Spring?
The Virgin Spring is available on Criterion Channel, Kanopy, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home.
Where to watch The Virgin Spring
Stream: Criterion Channel
Watch free: Kanopy