Dancer in the Dark
2000, English. Directed by Lars von Trier.
In a world of shadows, she found the light of life.
Selma, a Czech immigrant on the verge of blindness, struggles to make ends meet for herself and her young son, who has inherited the same genetic disorder and will suffer the same fate without an expensive operation. When life becomes increasingly difficult, Selma learns to cope through her love of musicals, dreaming up little numbers to the rhythmic beats of her surroundings.
- Runtime
- 2h 20m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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- Released
- 1 September 2000
- Country
- Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden
- Written by
- Lars von Trier
- Budget
- $13M
- Box office
- $40M
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Dancer in the Dark: quick answers
Is Dancer in the Dark worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.8/10 from 2,100 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Dancer in the Dark?
Dancer in the Dark runs 140 minutes (2h 20m).
Does Dancer in the Dark have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Dancer in the Dark. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Is Dancer in the Dark suitable for kids?
Dancer in the Dark is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Where can I watch Dancer in the Dark?
Dancer in the Dark is streaming on MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel.
What movies are like Dancer in the Dark?
If you liked Dancer in the Dark, try The Parts You Lose, Tuner, Cassandra's Dream.
Who directed Dancer in the Dark?
Dancer in the Dark (2000) was directed by Lars von Trier and stars Björk, Catherine Deneuve, David Morse.