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: Liv Ullmann & Sean Connery
Produced by Ingmar Bergman (Cinematograph AB)
Digitally renovated 2022.
The Swedish version is a separate film: KALLELSEN.