Face to Face (1976)
"A woman's most intimate encounter with the one person she didn't know. Herself."
Synopsis
A psychiatrist temporarily separated from her family begins to experience severe psychological distress while working at a mental hospital and returning to her childhood home. As her professional responsibilities and personal relationships intersect, she undergoes a breakdown that forces her to confront long-suppressed memories and fears. (Note: This entry refers to the 1976 four-part Swedish television miniseries. A condensed theatrical feature edited from the same material was released separately in 1976.)
Network
SVT2
Episodes
The Separation
Jenny Isaksson, a psychiatrist working in Stockholm, temporarily moves in with her grandparents while her house is being renovated. One lonely day she goes to a party and meets new interesting people, including fellow doctor Tomas Jacobi.
The Border
Jenny goes on a date with Tomas Jacobi. When she returns home, she encounters two men and one of her patients in her house. This encounter will lead to a complete nervous breakdown.
The Twilight Land
After a botched suicide attempt, Jenny finds herself in the hospital. As she slowly gains consciousness we follow her as she wanders through a surreal landscape of dreams and distorted memories.
The Return
Jenny is still drifting between dream and reality while Tomas watches over her in the hospital.
Cast
Trailer
Details
Original Title
Ansikte mot ansikte
Status
Ended
Seasons
1
Episodes
4
Production
Cinematograph AB
