The Vocation (1974)

Sven Nykvist's missionary father in Africa

Sven Nykvist, best known as Ingmar Bergman cinematographer, made this film as a tribute to his father who was a missionary in Kongo in the early 20th century. The story of his father Gustav Natanael Nykvist is told through his own photos, letters, and films. Director & cinematographer: Sven Nykvist. Narrators in the English dubbed version: Liv Ullmann & Sean Connery. Produced by Ingmar Bergman (Cinematograph AB). Digitally restored in 2022.

Genres: Documentary

Stars: Erland Josephson, Harriet Andersson, Sean Connery, Liv Ullmann

Release Date: 1974-04-02

Country: Sweden

Ratings: 9 / 10 (1 votes)

Runtime: 30 mins