Goofs: Revealing mistakes: You can briefly see Agnes take a breath after she has died, just before the scene changes.
(more) Trivia: The mansion where the film was shot, Taxinge-Nasby, had not been inhabited for years, and the repainting of the walls with glossy red paint, and the half run-down condition of the place, meant that it had to be extensively renovated by the new caretakers.
(more) Filming Locations: Taxinge-Näsby estate, Mariefred, Södermanlands län, Sweden
Quotes: Karin: [
to Maria] You look so disconcerted. You thought our talk would be different, didn't you? Do you realize I hate you and how foolish I find your insipid smile and your idiotic flirtatiousness?
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exhales]
Karin: How have I managed to tolerate you so long and not say anything? I know of what you're made - with your empty caresses and your false laughter. Can you conceive how anyone can live with so much hate as has been my burden? There's no relief, no charity, no help! There is nothing. Do you understand? Nothing can escape me for I see all!
(more) Awards: Won Oscar. Another 19 wins & 7 nominations
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