78-year-old widowed bacteriologist traveling from Stockholm to Lund to receive the Doctor Jubilaris award. Accompanied by his pregnant daughter-in-law Marianne, he undergoes a profound psychological journey triggered by nightmares, dreams, and encounters with hitchhikers. He confronts his past regrets, including his estranged marriage and his youthful love for Sara, ultimately achieving self-acceptance and peace regarding his life and impending death.
David Holm is the central figure, a drunkard whose destructive behavior has alienated his family and harmed others. After being struck by a bottle on New Year's Eve, he encounters Georges and is forced to confront his past, his treatment of Mrs. Holm and Sister Edit, and the consequences of his drinking before attempting to reform.
Central patriarch of the Ingmar farming family, navigating rural life and moral dilemmas.
Elderly family patriarch, represents traditional rural values and authority.
Victor Sjöström has 139 screen credits in a career dating back to 1912. Their work is anchored in the Sjöström's Jerusalem Suite universe with 2 titles. Signature works include He Who Gets Slapped, The Wind, The Phantom Carriage. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
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