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Monday, 30 July 2007, 11:23 GMT 12:23 UK

In Pictures: Ingmar Bergman

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Renowned film auteur Ingmar Bergman has died aged 89. In a career spanning six decades, he produced 54 films, 126 theatre productions and 39 radio plays.

Toy projector

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The Swedish director's interest in cinema was sparked when he received a toy film projector as a 10-year-old. His brother gave him the gift in exchange for a collection of toy soldiers.

Ingmar Bergman on set

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Bergman directed his first film, Crisis, in 1946. He became known for his stark portrayal of mortality and sexual torment.

Ingmar Bergman and Sven Nykvist

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Many of Bergman's films utilised a "repertory company" of trusted collaborators. He worked particularly closely with cinematographer Sven Nykvist (right).

Gemma Jones as Anna Firth in The Lie

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In 1970, Bergman's TV drama The Lie was turned into separate productions in Sweden, Norway, Finland, Denmark and the UK. The BBC version starred Gemma Jones.

Ingmar Bergman and his wife Ingrid

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Although Bergman married five times, he remained with his fifth wife, Ingrid von Rosen, for 23 years until her death in 1995.

Ingmar Bergman and his daughter Liv

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The film-maker had affairs with many of his leading ladies, including actress Liv Ullman - who starred in seven of the director's films, including Scenes From A Marriage.

Ingmar Bergman and his son, Daniel

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The director also fathered eight children. In this picture, he is seen showing his son, Daniel, how to use a film camera while his fourth wife, Kibi Laretai, watches.

Ingmar Bergman in 2002

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The director retired from film work in the 1980s, but continued to work in theatre and television. His last production was TV show Saraband in 2002.

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