Descendant

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Discover how Lars von Trier has transformed filmmaking since the 1980s by blending artistic innovation with mainstream appeal. Descendant delves into the art that has deeply influenced his work throughout his career.

A captivating exploration of the Nordic art that has inspired one of cinema’s most groundbreaking directors.

Lars von Trier’s films and TV series, including The Kingdom, The Idiots, Dancer in the Dark, Dogville, Melancholia, and Nymphomaniac, have consistently pushed the boundaries of genre and convention. From a young age, he drew inspiration from a rich visual heritage, creating an artistic 'family' that has deeply influenced his cinematic style.

Descendant showcases a diverse collection of artworks that have captivated Trier and to which he has repeatedly returned. The book highlights artists such as August Strindberg, Carl Fredrik Hill, Edvard Munch, Vilhelm Hammershøi, and Per Kirkeby.

Featuring insightful contributions from Karl Ove Knausgård, Lilian Munk Rösing, Erik Steffensen, Annette Rosenvold Hvidt, Anne Gregersen, and Lars von Trier himself, this volume reveals the profound connections between Trier’s films and the Nordic artists he considers his creative kindred spirits.

This unique publication offers an intimate look at the art that has shaped and inspired one of the most influential filmmakers of our time.

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