The Dove
The Dove

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The Dove

1968
Movie
15 min
English

De Düva is a 1968 Oscar-nominated American short film that parodies the films of Swedish director Ingmar Bergman, including Wild Strawberries and The Seventh Seal. The film borrows heavily from the plot lines of some of Bergman's most famous films. The dialogue, seemingly in Swedish, is actually a Swedish-accented fictional language based on English, German, Latin, and Swedish, with most nouns ending in "ska." The film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.

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IMDb6.7/10
Director: Charles JarrottGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

The film tells the story of Robin, a young Englishman who, after a difficult upbringing, finds solace and purpose in his love for birds. He dreams of flying to freedom and discovers a kindred spirit in a young woman who shares his passion. Together, they navigate societal expectations and personal challenges as they strive to achieve their shared dream.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'The Dove' received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised its gentle tone and the performances of its lead actors, others found the plot to be somewhat simplistic and sentimental. Audience reception was generally warmer, appreciating the film's romantic themes and hopeful message.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its romantic narrative and soaring themes of freedom.

  • Some critics found the plot a bit too sentimental and lacking in depth.

  • The performances, particularly from the lead actors, were often highlighted positively.

Google audience: Audience feedback often highlighted the film's charming romance and its inspirational message about pursuing one's dreams, although some found the narrative to be a bit dated.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in various picturesque settings, including the English countryside and the coast of California, to capture the essence of the characters' journey and dreams.

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I wonder if Ingmar Bergman ever saw this? I think he might have enjoyed it’s quite flattering homage to a couple of his better known features - all set to a charming “Swenglish” dialogue that just putssk ask onsk everythingsk and is then de...