About Intermezzo

Intermezzo is a captivating romantic drama released in 1936 that was directed by Gustaf Molander. The movie presents a love story of an accomplished but married violinist who falls in love with his daughter's young piano teacher. The violinist, although married, initiates an affair causing a multitude of complications within his family and life. The film is notable for its exquisite direction and delicately crafted performances which pull the viewer into the complex world of love, passion, and conflicting relationships.

Making / Production

The production of Intermezzo is marked by notable Swedish filmmakers. The film was produced under the banner of Svensk Filmindustri, a renowned Scandinavian film production company. Goesta Stevens penned the screenplay and the dialogues were carefully written by Gustaf Molander and Paul Merzbach.

Actors

• Ingrid Bergman (Anita Hoffman) - Bergman was commendable in her presentation of a young and naive woman who falls in love with her employer.
• Gösta Ekman (Holger Brandt) - Ekman brilliantly portrayed the complex character of a married violinist who falls for a much younger woman.
• Anders Henrikson (Thomas Stenborg) - Henrikson played the role of a close companion to Hoffman and held his own in his supporting role.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Bergman's performance in Intermezzo eventually launched her Hollywood career.
• The film was remade in Hollywood in 1939, and also starred Bergman.
• This was the film that inspired American producer David O. Selznick to cast Bergman in her first Hollywood film, the remake of Intermezzo.

Quotes

• Anita Hoffman: "I know I shouldn't say this now when you’re leaving, but I do love you, I do, Holger!"
• Holger Brandt: "It's as if I have been asleep or away on a long trip and have just come back. Everything else seems to be something unreal, that has nothing to do with me."

Music, Soundtrack

The music and soundtrack of Intermezzo play a vital role in enhancing the film's emotional undertones. Elias Breeskin served as the music director, and his compositions effectively complemented the narrative, contributing to the unique character and atmosphere of this 1936 masterpiece.