How long is Dancer in the Dark?

Dancer in the Dark is 2 hr 20 min long.

Who is Selma Jezkova in Dancer in the Dark?

Björk plays Selma Jezkova in the film.

What is Dancer in the Dark about?

Selma is a Czech immigrant, a single mother working in a factory in rural America. Her salvation is passion for music, specifically, the all-singing, all-dancing numbers found in classic Hollywood musicals. Selma harbors a sad secret: she is losing her eyesight and her son Gene stands to suffer the same fate if she can't put away enough money to secure him an operation. When a desperate neighbor falsely accuses Selma of stealing his savings, the drama of her life escalates to a tragic finale.

Dancer in the Dark

Name: Dancer in the Dark
Duration: 140
Rating: 91

NR 2 hr 20 min

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How long is Dancer in the Dark?: Dancer in the Dark is 2 hr 20 min long.

Who directed Dancer in the Dark?: Lars von Trier

Who is Selma Jezkova in Dancer in the Dark?: Björk plays Selma Jezkova in the film.

What is Dancer in the Dark about?: Selma is a Czech immigrant, a single mother working in a factory in rural America. Her salvation is passion for music, specifically, the all-singing, all-dancing numbers found in classic Hollywood musicals. Selma harbors a sad secret: she is losing her eyesight and her son Gene stands to suffer the same fate if she can't put away enough money to secure him an operation. When a desperate neighbor falsely accuses Selma of stealing his savings, the drama of her life escalates to a tragic finale.