Lars von Trier
Danish film director and screenwriter (born 1956)
1956 — present
Quick Facts
Profession
Danish film director and screenwriter (born 1956)
Born
April 30, 1956
Age
~70 years
Name Origin
German
Timeline
screenwriter, cinematographer, film director
Kingdom of DenmarkBorn in Kongens Lyngby
1956
Born in Kongens Lyngby (1956-04-30)
1979
EducationStudied at National Film School of Denmark (1979–1982)
1991
AwardJury Prize
1993
AwardKjeld Abell Prize
1996
AwardEuropean Film Award for Best Film
1996
AwardCannes Film Festival Grand Prix
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Lars von Trier?+
Lars von Trier is a Danish film director and screenwriter.
What does the name Lars mean?+
The name Lars means "A male given name from Latin occasionally given to Anglophones.. Etymology: From Laurentius in the Middle Ages. Cognate with Laurence.". It is of German origin.
When was Lars von Trier born?+
Lars von Trier was born on April 30, 1956.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Latin occasionally given to Anglophones.. Etymology: From Laurentius in the Middle Ages. Cognate with Laurence.
The name Lars is of German origin, meaning "A male given name from Latin occasionally given to Anglophones.. Etymology: From Laurentius in the Middle Ages. Cognate with Laurence.". It is traditionally a male name.
Other famous people named Lars
Lars — April 30, 1956
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Taurus
Reliable, patient, devoted
Earth · Venus · Apr 20 – May 20
Chinese Zodiac
Monkey
Sharp, smart, curious
Fire · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
11 Chuen
Monkey — play, magic, artistry
Celtic Tree
Willow
Patient, intuitive, creative
Ogham: Saille · Apr 15 – May 12
Birthstone: Diamond — Eternal love, clarity
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