Dancer in the Dark

Selma, a Czech immigrant on the verge of blindness, struggles to make ends meet for herself and her son, who has inherited the same genetic disorder and will suffer the same fate without an expensive operation. When life gets too difficult, Selma learns to cope through her love of musicals, dreaming up little numbers to the rhythmic beats of her surroundings.

Tagline

“In a world of shadows, she found the light of life.”

Release Status

Released

Genres

Drama, Crime

Director

Lars von Trier

Original Language

EN

What is Dancer in the Dark about?

Selma, a Czech immigrant on the verge of blindness, struggles to make ends meet for herself and her son, who has inherited the same genetic disorder and will suffer the same fate without an expensive operation. When life gets too difficult, Selma learns to cope through her love of musicals, dreaming up little numbers to the rhythmic beats of her surroundings.

Who directed Dancer in the Dark?

Dancer in the Dark was directed by Lars von Trier.

When was Dancer in the Dark released?

Dancer in the Dark was released on September 1, 2000.

How long is Dancer in the Dark?

Dancer in the Dark has a runtime of 2h 20m.

Where can I track Dancer in the Dark?

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