Lars Von Trier

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Lars Von Trier Fast Facts:

Became enamored with filmmaking after receiving a Super-8 camera for his 11th birthday.
Was raised by nudist parents.
Born Lars Trier, he added the "von" as a tribute to director Erich von Stroheim.
Cofounded the Dogme 95 filmmaking movement, which employs use of hand-held cameras and natural light.
Made waves in the mainstream with the 1996 film Breaking the Waves.
Has a fear of flying.
Was banned from the 2011 Cannes Film Festival after he made controversial remarks about Hitler.

Lars Von Trier Relationships:
Inger Trier - Mother
Ulf Trier - Stepfather
Bente Froge - Wife
Caecilia Holbek - Ex-wife
Fritz Michael Hartmann - Father
Lars Von Trier Awards:
2000 Oscar: Best Achievement in Music (Original Song) - Nominee
2000 Cannes Film Festival: Palme d'Or - Winner
1996 Cannes Film Festival: Grand Prix - Winner
1991 Cannes Film Festival: Jury Prize - Winner
2012 César Awards: Best Foreign Film - Nominee
2012 David di Donatello Awards: Best European Film - Nominee
College:
University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark; National Film School of Denmark, Copenhagen, Denmark (1983)