Scenes from a Marriage

My least favourite genre happens to be the critics' favourite: "Sad people being sad".

"Scenes from a Marriage" is not a series to watch lightly. Not because it lacks interest, but because it stirs emotions and exposes situations that may feel all too real. Each episode is an open window into the intimacy of a couple in crisis, and there are moments when it's hard to watch without feeling uncomfortable. Jessica Chastain and Oscar Isaac deliver outstanding performances. Their connection is undeniable. Every argument, every glance,... - Full Review

Great remake with modern settings.

VERY strong performances from Oscar Isaac and Jessica Chastain. It feels like a very realistic depiction of a broken marriage, and I was glued to the screen the entire time this was on. That being said, it is extremely depressing, so I don't think I will want to watch this again. The breaking the 4th wall at the beginning of each episode was a strange choice though.

The first episode gives the feeling that this remake will also be an update that tries to reflect on how married life has changed, but the subsequent episodes are more like a straight copy (with reversed roles, which isn't really an interesting change). The performances are fine, but cannot compare with Josephson and Ullmann, and the whole thing lacks the energy, intensity and spark of the original. Everything is somehow restrained. MARRIAGE STORY is a far better engagement with Bergman's film.

There’s a short list of directors that you do not touch for remake status. Ingmar Bergman should have been on this list. Reason being: their stature in the history of film and an inimitable talent that would make any remake instantly laughable, and I would have thought, marketably bankrupt. That this was the one chosen from Bergman is almost more confounding, as the themes and ideas are so easily copied without outright plagiarism. My only rating as protest (have not and will not see it).

horrible sad people being sad

A worthy homage to Bergman, with strong performances, writing, direction

1884: it was so deep. so intense and so mind and heart thrilling. especially for me, it look like exact copy of life (except the cheating part!)