Directed by Norwegian actor, director and writer Liv Ullmann - Bergman's former muse and star of some of his most significant films - FAITHLESS (2000), is a lyrical, passionate and enigmatic work of outstanding depth: an emotional mystery story that reflects on the desire and torment of an intense romantic affair. It comes to Blu-ray for the first time, released by the BFI on 11 April 2022 alongside BFI Southbank's season, 'LIV ULLMANN: FACE TO FACE', which runs from 28 March - 30 April with Liv Ullmann taking part. FAITHLESS will be screened during the season, including with an introduction by Liv Ullmann on Saturday 9 April. Special features on the Blu-ray include a newly recorded audio commentary and three director interviews.
An ageing director conjures a tale of adultery, betrayal and grief in this powerful meditation on love and art based on a loosely autobiographical script by Ingmar Bergman.
Sensitively depicted via Ullmann's assured direction and featuring a stunning central performance by Lena Endre, FAITHLESS is a modern classic. Watch a clip at the link above.
The BFI Southbank season will showcase Ullmann’s acting work, not only with Ingmar Bergman, but also with fellow Norwegian pioneer Edith Carlmar and with Jan Troell. As a director, as well as FAITHLESS, other films showing in the season include MISS JULIE (2014). A special event, Liv Ullmann in Conversation, takes place at BFI Southbank on 8 April. In addition, BFI Distribution releases CRIES AND WHISPERS (1972) in cinemas UK-wide on 1 April and selected films will be on BFI Player for one month from 11 April.
