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The Devil's Eye
Don Juan is sent from Hell to Earth with a mission: to seduce a virgin in order to spoil her pure wedding. The mission becomes frantic when Don Juan falls in love for the first time in centuries.
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Plot Summary
Don Juan is resurrected and sent back to Earth by Satan himself, not to seduce women, but to prove that women are evil. He is paired with Britt-Marie, a virtuous young woman who is about to take her virginity vows. Their ensuing entanglement and the ensuing chaos lead to a humorous exploration of temptation and purity.
Critical Reception
Bergman's foray into comedy, 'The Devil's Eye' was met with a mixed but generally positive reception, appreciated for its wit and the director's willingness to explore lighter themes, though some found it less profound than his more serious works.
What Reviewers Say
A surprisingly lighthearted and witty comedy from a master of drama.
Features clever dialogue and a playful subversion of Bergman's typical thematic concerns.
While not as impactful as his dramatic films, it offers an enjoyable and unique cinematic experience.
Google audience: Viewers often praise the film's humor and its departure from Bergman's more somber tone. Many appreciate the clever plot and the performances, finding it an entertaining and thought-provoking comedy.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for the Palme d'Or at the 1960 Cannes Film Festival.
Fun Fact
Ingmar Bergman stated that he wrote the script for 'The Devil's Eye' in just three weeks, a remarkably fast pace for him.
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