Stellan Skarsgard Talks About ‘Nazi’ Ingmar Bergman: ‘He Was the Only Person I Know Who Cried When Hitler Died’
VarietyFriday, July 11, 2025 at 11:57:04 AM
Actor Stellan Skarsgård didn’t hold back when discussing legendary filmmaker Ingmar Bergman at a recent film festival, calling him a "Nazi" sympathizer and recalling how Bergman was the only person he knew who cried over Hitler’s death. While acknowledging Bergman’s brilliance as a director, Skarsgård bluntly described him as "not a very nice guy," comparing him to other flawed geniuses like Caravaggio.
Editor’s Note: Skarsgård’s candid remarks peel back the curtain on the complicated legacies of artistic icons—just because someone’s work is revered doesn’t mean they were admirable people. It’s a messy but necessary conversation, especially when dealing with figures linked to fascism. For film buffs, it adds a darker layer to Bergman’s legacy. For everyone else, it’s a reminder that separating art from the artist isn’t always simple.
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