---
title: "The Virgin Spring"
year: 1960
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-virgin-spring-1960"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 11656
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 90
community_rating: 7.9
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Virgin Spring (1960) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-virgin-spring-1960

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Virgin Spring is a film first released in 1960. Catalogued under Drama, History. Produced and broadcast by SF Studios. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A devout family's faith is shattered by brutal violence, sparking a chilling quest for vengeance."

### Why Watch
- Powerful exploration of faith and vengeance
- Atmospheric medieval setting
- Critically acclaimed Swedish drama

### Caveats & Content Note
- Graphic violence and sexual assault may be disturbing
- Pacing can feel slow for some viewers
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains graphic violence and sexual assault, making it unsuitable for sensitive viewers.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: grim, religious, revengeful, medieval

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Ingmar Bergman
- **Networks / Studios**: SF Studios

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Max von Sydow** as *Töre*
- **Birgitta Valberg** as *Märeta*
- **Gunnel Lindblom** as *Ingeri*
- **Birgitta Pettersson** as *Karin*
- **Axel Düberg** as *Thin Herdsman*
- **Allan Edwall** as *Beggar*
- **Tor Isedal** as *Mute Herdsman*
- **Ove Porath** as *Boy*
- **Axel Slangus** as *Bridge Keeper*
- **Gudrun Brost** as *Frida*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the main conflict in the story?
A father's response to the brutal rape and murder of his daughter drives the narrative.

### Q: Is the film based on existing material?
Yes, it adapts a 13th‑century Swedish ballad about the same events.

### Q: When and where is the film set?
It takes place in medieval Sweden.

### Q: What themes does the movie explore?
It examines faith, innocence, violence, and the morality of vengeance.

### Q: Will I see graphic content?
The story includes explicit scenes of sexual assault and murder, reflecting its dark tone.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Virgin Spring — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/11656)
- [The Virgin Spring - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Virgin_Spring)

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