Dancer in the Dark 2000
“In a world of shadows, she found the light of life.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 140 minutes
- Director
- Lars von Trier
- Networks
- Zentropa Entertainments, DR, SVT Drama
What is Dancer in the Dark?
Dancer in the Dark is a film first released in 2000. Catalogued under Drama, Crime.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2000
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 140 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 1, 2000
- Studios
- Zentropa Entertainments, DR, SVT Drama
- Genres
- Drama, Crime
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.8/10
- Episode runtime
- ~140 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Zentropa Entertainments, DR, SVT Drama
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Overview
Dancer in the Dark is a film first released in 2000. Catalogued under Drama, Crime. Produced and broadcast by Zentropa Entertainments, DR, SVT Drama. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A mother's musical imagination lights her bleak world.”
- Innovative use of musical sequences within a dramatic narrative
- Haunting soundtrack featuring Björk
- Compelling portrayal of a mother's sacrifice
- Lengthy runtime of over two hours may feel slow
- Bleak subject matter can be emotionally heavy
Watch it if you appreciate emotionally intense dramas that blend music with stark realism.
The film’s somber themes and graphic depiction of hardship make it unsuitable for younger viewers.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the main character's struggle?
Selma, a Czech immigrant, faces impending blindness and her son's inherited genetic disorder, needing costly surgery.
How does the film incorporate music?
Selma copes by imagining musical numbers, turning everyday sounds into rhythmic sequences.
Who contributed to the soundtrack?
The soundtrack, titled Selmasongs, was primarily written by Björk with contributions from Mark Bell and lyrics by the director and Sjón.
What is the film’s runtime?
The movie runs approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes.
How has the film been received?
On the Czech site Kinobox, it holds a rating of 76%.
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