Trespassing Bergman (2013)
A pilgrimage to cinema's holy ground — world-class filmmakers converge on Ingmar Bergman's remote Baltic island to reckon with his extraordinary legacy.
Trespassing Bergman - Movie Information
- Original Title: Trespassing Bergman
- Release Year: 2013
- Directed by: Jane Magnusson, Hynek Pallas
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Documentary, History
- Runtime: 1h 48m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: Danish, English, Spanish, Swedish
- Alternative Titles: Вторжение к Бергману (RU), グッバイ！ベルイマン (JP), Więcej niż Bergman (PL), Nepozvani kod Bergmana (HR)
- Production Companies: Gädda Five
- Production Countries: Sweden
Trespassing Bergman - Plot
In the sixties, Swedish filmmaker Ingmar Bergman (1918-2007) built a house on the remote island of Fårö, located in the Baltic Sea, and left Stockholm to live there. When he died, the house was preserved. A group of very special film buffs, came from all over the world, travel to Fårö in search of the genius and his legacy. (An abridged version of Bergman's Video, 2012.)
Trespassing Bergman - Trailer
Watch the official trailer and see what awaits on Bergman's legendary island:
Where to Watch Trespassing Bergman
Looking for where to watch Trespassing Bergman?
Compare all viewing options available in your region on JustWatch ↗
Trespassing Bergman - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Jane Magnusson
- Hynek Pallas
Main Cast
- Tomas Alfredson
- Woody Allen
- Wes Anderson
- Harriet Andersson
- Pernilla August
- Francis Ford Coppola
- Wes Craven
- Jean-Pierre Dardenne
- Luc Dardenne
- Robert De Niro
Producers
- Fatima Varhos
- Linda Costigan
Trespassing Bergman - FAQs
What is Trespassing Bergman about?
Trespassing Bergman follows a remarkable group of filmmakers and film lovers who travel to Fårö, the remote Baltic island where Ingmar Bergman lived and worked. Through their visits to his preserved home, the documentary explores what made Bergman's vision so singular and why his influence continues to shape world cinema.
Who appears in Trespassing Bergman?
The film features an extraordinary lineup of cinematic talent, including Woody Allen, Wes Anderson, Francis Ford Coppola, Robert De Niro, Michael Haneke, Alejandro González Iñárritu, the Dardenne brothers, Wes Craven, Claire Denis, Laura Dern, and Bergman collaborator Harriet Andersson, all speaking candidly about Bergman's impact.
Who directed Trespassing Bergman?
Trespassing Bergman was co-directed by Jane Magnusson and Hynek Pallas. The film is an abridged version of Magnusson's longer television series Bergman's Video (2012), condensed into a feature-length documentary that brings together some of cinema's greatest voices to reflect on Bergman's life and work.
Why did Bergman move to Fårö island?
Ingmar Bergman first discovered Fårö while scouting locations in the 1960s and fell deeply in love with its stark, windswept landscape. He built a home there, eventually leaving Stockholm behind to live and work on the island full-time. He remained on Fårö until his death in 2007, and his house has since been preserved.
Where can I stream Trespassing Bergman?
You can stream Trespassing Bergman for free on Tubi TV, Filmzie, Fandango at Home Free, Kanopy, and Hoopla. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home, and available via OVID with a subscription.
How long is Trespassing Bergman?
Trespassing Bergman runs for 1 hour and 48 minutes. It's a condensed version of the original television series Bergman's Video (2012), edited into a focused feature documentary that moves briskly through the reflections of world-class filmmakers gathered on Bergman's beloved Fårö island.
Is Trespassing Bergman worth watching for non-cinephiles?
Absolutely. While Bergman devotees will find it deeply rewarding, the film works beautifully as an introduction to why Bergman matters. Seeing legends like Woody Allen, Wes Anderson, and Francis Ford Coppola speak with genuine awe about a single filmmaker is compelling viewing for anyone curious about the art of cinema.
What films are similar to Trespassing Bergman?
If you enjoyed Trespassing Bergman, you might love Making Waves: The Art of Cinematic Sound (2019), Filming Haneke (2000), or Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio: Handcarved Cinema (2022). For more portrait-of-an-artist documentaries, In Free Fall (2010) and Cartoonists: Footsoldiers of Democracy (2014) are also worth exploring.
More About Trespassing Bergman
Explore further details and official listings for this documentary: