Haaze's Reviews > Laterna Magica

A mesmerizing memoir by a film director that I have admired my entire life. The time line is staggered with reminiscences from childhood, early student days and his marriages as well as numerous affairs. I realized that I had never understood how turbulent his life was even though his films should have been strong clues to such issues. In particular I enjoyed his memories from childhood which are colorful, psychological and memorable. His description of the politics of the theater in Sweden (and later the IRS tax litigations) are quite a rollercoaster with plenty of sarcasm and barbs. The memoir feels honest and inspiring. I very much appreciate that Bergman was willing to publish this material. After all, he was one of Sweden's (and the world's) greatest film makers. Time to revisit his films!