Von Trier also directed the controversial two-part film "Nymphomaniac," released in 2013, which delves into the complexities of sexuality and human desire. The film is divided into "Nymphomaniac: Vol. I" and "Nymphomaniac: Vol. II," each offering a unique perspective on the life of its protagonist. Through his films, von Trier has continued to challenge audiences and push the boundaries of cinematic expression.
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Lars von Trier
Awards & Nominations
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Complete Award Details 1 Major
| Year | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Palme d'Or Dancer in the Dark | |
| 2025 | Bodil Honorary Award | |
| 2018 | Sonning Prize | |
| 2014 | European Film Award β People's Choice Award for Best Europea... Nymphomaniac Director's Cut | |
| 2014 | European Film Award for Best Film Nymphomaniac Director's Cut | |
| 2011 | European Film Award for Best Film Melancholia | |
| 2011 | European Film Award for Best Director Melancholia | |
| 2011 | European Film Award for Best Screenwriter Melancholia | |
| 2009 | European Film Award for Best Director Antichrist | |
| 2008 | European Film Academy Achievement in World Cinema Award | |
| 2006 | Danish Dramatics' Honorary Award | |
| 2004 | Konrad Wolf Prize | |
| 2004 | Statens Kunstfonds hædersydelse | |
| 2003 | European Film Award for Best Director Dogville | |
| 2003 | European Film Award - People's Choice Award for Best Directo... Dogville | |
| 2003 | European Film Award for Best Screenwriter Dogville | |
| 2003 | European Film Award for Best Documentary The Five Obstructions | |
| 2003 | European Film Award for Best Film Dogville | |
| 2001 | Goya Award for Best European Film Dancer in the Dark | |
| 2001 | Academy Award for Best Original Song I've Seen It All | |
| 2000 | European Film Award - People's Choice Award for Best Directo... Dancer in the Dark | |
| 2000 | European Film Award for Best Film Dancer in the Dark | |
| 1998 | European Film Award for Best Screenwriter The Idiots | |
| 1997 | Knight of the Order of the Dannebrog | |
| 1997 | CΓ©sar Award for Best Foreign Film Breaking the Waves | |
| 1996 | European Film Academy Critics Award Breaking the Waves | |
| 1996 | European Film Award for Best Film Breaking the Waves | |
| 1996 | Cannes Film Festival Grand Prix Breaking the Waves | |
| 1996 | Allen Award | |
| 1993 | Kjeld Abell Prize | |
| 1991 | Jury Prize Europa | |
| - | Order of the Dannebrog |
| Year | Award |
|---|---|
| 2000 | Palme d'Or Dancer in the Dark |
| 2025 | Bodil Honorary Award |
| 2018 | Sonning Prize |
| 2011 | European Film Award for Best Film Melancholia |
| 2008 | European Film Academy Achievement in World Cinema Award |
| 2006 | Danish Dramatics' Honorary Award |
| 2004 | Konrad Wolf Prize |
| 2004 | Statens Kunstfonds hædersydelse |
| 2001 | Goya Award for Best European Film Dancer in the Dark |
| 2000 | European Film Award - People's Choice Award for Best Directo... Dancer in the Dark |
| 2000 | European Film Award for Best Film Dancer in the Dark |
| 1997 | Knight of the Order of the Dannebrog |
| 1997 | CΓ©sar Award for Best Foreign Film Breaking the Waves |
| 1996 | European Film Academy Critics Award Breaking the Waves |
| 1996 | European Film Award for Best Film Breaking the Waves |
| 1996 | Cannes Film Festival Grand Prix Breaking the Waves |
| 1996 | Allen Award |
| 1993 | Kjeld Abell Prize |
| 1991 | Jury Prize Europa |
| - | Order of the Dannebrog |
| Year | Award |
|---|---|
| 2014 | European Film Award β People's Choice Award for Best Europea... Nymphomaniac Director's Cut |
| 2014 | European Film Award for Best Film Nymphomaniac Director's Cut |
| 2011 | European Film Award for Best Director Melancholia |
| 2011 | European Film Award for Best Screenwriter Melancholia |
| 2009 | European Film Award for Best Director Antichrist |
| 2003 | European Film Award for Best Director Dogville |
| 2003 | European Film Award - People's Choice Award for Best Directo... Dogville |
| 2003 | European Film Award for Best Screenwriter Dogville |
| 2003 | European Film Award for Best Documentary The Five Obstructions |
| 2003 | European Film Award for Best Film Dogville |
| 2001 | Academy Award for Best Original Song I've Seen It All |
| 1998 | European Film Award for Best Screenwriter The Idiots |
| Year | Festival | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Oscars | Best Original Song | I've Seen It All | Nominated |
| 2000 | Cannes | Palme d'Or | Dancer in the Dark | Winner |
| Year | Festival | Award | For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Cannes | Palme d'Or | Dancer in the Dark |
| Year | Festival | Award | For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Oscars | Best Original Song | I've Seen It All |
About Lars von Trier
Lars von Trier Nominated for an Academy Award. We have 8 films with Lars von Trier available. Among Lars von Trier's most popular films: Nymphomaniac: Vol. II, Dogville, The House That Jack Built, Antichrist, Melancholia.
Von Trier also directed the controversial two-part film "Nymphomaniac," released in 2013, which delves into the complexities of sexuality and human desire. The film is divided into "Nymphomaniac: Vol. I" and "Nymphomaniac: Vol. II," each offering a unique perspective on the life of its protagonist. Through his films, von Trier has continued to challenge audiences and push the boundaries of cinematic expression.
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Lars von Trier has 8 films released between 1996 and 2018.