Lars von Trier (born in 1956) is an influential Danish film director and screenwriter, co-founder of the Dogme 95 film movement. His career is marked by a provocative and experimental style, addressing complex themes such as human suffering, faith, female sacrifice, and the psyche.

Among his most celebrated works are *Breaking the Waves* (1996), *Dancer in the Dark* (2000), winner of the Palme d'Or at Cannes, *Dogville* (2003), and the films of the "Depression Trilogy" (*Antichrist*, *Melancholia*, *Nymphomaniac*). His films are characterized by intense narratives, often central and tormented female characters, and a directorial style that alternates technical virtuosity with a raw, sometimes almost documentary-like aesthetic. He is recognized as a bold and innovative auteur, capable of exploring the depths of the human soul with rare intensity.