Films of Bergman . . . on Video

Film buffs often complain that foreign classics remain difficult to find on videocassette, with home-video companies and stores putting the emphasis on recent Hollywood product. Surprisingly, many works by Swedish director Ingmar Bergman are available on tape. Unless otherwise noted, the features are MPAA-unrated and available from Embassy Home Video (information: (213) 553-3600).

“After the Rehearsal” (1983). Love, ambition and other longings among theater people. Subtitled. Rated R. RCA/Columbia, $59.95. (818) 906-1722.

“Cries and Whispers” (1972). The relationship between a dying woman (Liv Ullmann) and her family. Dubbed. Rated R. Warner, $59.95. (818) 954-6000.

“The Devil’s Eye” (1960). Don Juan is sent back to Earth from hell to seduce a stubborn virgin. Dubbed. $69.95.

“Fanny and Alexander” (1983). A family gathers together for Christmas in 1907. 190 minutes. Rated R. Subtitled and dubbed available. $89.95.

“From the Life of the Marionettes” (1980). The descending path of a tormented man. Subtitled. Rated R. USA, $39.95. (818) 888-3040.

“The Magician” (1959). In 19th-Century Sweden, a mesmerizer becomes involved in murder. Starring Max Von Sydow, Ingrid Thulin and Bibi Andersson. Subtitled. $49.95.

“Persona” (1966). An exchange of personalities between a mute actress (Liv Ullmann) and the nurse (Bibi Andersson) who cares for her. Subtitled. A public-domain film released by several video companies, including Budget at $29.95 (213-466-0121).

“Port of Call” (1948). Love between a sailor and a troubled dance-hall girl. Dubbed. $69.95.

“Sawdust and Tinsel” (1953). Human relationships and philosophical insights in a small circus troupe. Stars Harriet Andersson. Subtitled. $59.95.

“Scenes From a Marriage” (1973). Liv Ullmann and Erland Josephson are a couple whose marriage is disintegrating in this 168-minute film condensed from a six-part Swedish TV series. Dubbed. Rated PG. RCA/Columbia, $89.95. (818) 906-1722.

“Secrets of Women” (1952). Infidelities and doubts arise as three wives discuss their marriages. Dubbed. $69.95.

“The Seventh Seal” (1956). In this medieval allegory, a disillusioned knight plays chess with Death. Subtitled. $39.95.

“To Joy” (1950). A violinist copes with living after the death of his wife. Subtitled. $59.95.

“Wild Strawberries” (1959). An elderly professor reflects on his life. Subtitled. CBS/Fox, $39.95. (212) 819-3200.

“Winter Light” (1963). Doubts and despair plague a small-village priest. Dubbed. $69.95.

Paramount Video plans to release Bergman’s “The Magic Flute” in June.