Claire Thompson, Professor of Cinema History, Laura Hubner, Professor of Film, and Jan Holmberg, Director of the Ingmar Bergman Foundation, delve into the iconic chess scene in Ingmar Bergman's The Seventh Seal. They discuss its existential themes, artistic significance, and the connections to Bergman's upbringing. The guests also explore the film's innovative character dynamics, the portrayal of Death, and how childhood memories influenced Bergman’s vision. Their analysis reveals the profound impact this film has had on both cinema and our understanding of life and mortality.
