Music in Darkness (1948)

6.2/10 87 min Drama Romance

Overview

In postwar Sweden, a gifted young pianist’s life is transformed after a tragic accident leaves him blind. Struggling with bitterness, isolation, and the loss of his former world, he finds unexpected support and companionship from a compassionate young woman who helps him rebuild his sense of purpose. As their relationship deepens over the years, both must confront questions of pride, class, and emotional vulnerability in order to move forward.

Cast

Mai Zetterling

Ingrid Olofsson

Birger Malmsten

Bengt Vyldeke

Olof Winnerstrand

Kerrman, Vicar

Naima Wifstrand

Beatrice Schröder

Hilda Borgström

Lovisa

Douglas Håge

Kruge

Gunnar Björnstrand

Klasson

Bengt Eklund

Ebbe Larsson

Åke Claesson

Augustin Schröder

John Elfström

Otto Kelmens

Rune Andréasson

Evert

Bengt Logardt

Einar Born

Marianne Gyllenhammar

Blanche

Sven Lindberg

Hedström

Barbro Flodquist

Hjördis

Ulla Andreasson

Sylvia (uncredited)

Svea Holst

The Postmistress (uncredited)

Georg Skarstedt

Jönsson (uncredited)

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