Review of Cries and Whispers (1972) by Carolyn Y — 28 May 2009

Intense and surreal, beautiful and disturbing, this is Bergman's masterpiece. The visceral imagery will stay with you long after the movie is over.

This review of Cries and Whispers (1972) was written by Carolyn Y on 28 May 2009.

Cries and Whispers has generally received very positive reviews.

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