(1918-) Swedish stage producer (from the 1930s) and film director (from the 1940s). He is regarded by many as one of the great masters of modern cinema. His work deals with complex moral, psychological, and metaphysical problems and is often strongly tinged with pessimism. His films include Wild Strawberries 1957, The Seventh Seal 1957, Persona 1966, Autumn Sonata 1978 and Fanny and Alexander 1982.

Town in Arkansas (USA).