Lars Von Trier
Lars von Trier, born on April 30, 1956, in Copenhagen, Denmark, is one of the most controversial and visionary filmmakers in contemporary cinema. Known for his ability to push the emotional and stylistic boundaries of his films, von Trier has built a unique cinematic career marked by a strong provocative streak and an unrelenting pursuit of new narrative forms. His work is often characterized by a nihilistic and dark worldview, where pain, sacrifice, and guilt play a fundamental role.