Von Trier's 100 Eyes(2000)

Von Trier's 100 Eyes is a documentary that goes far beyond a simple behind-the-scenes look at the making of Dancer in the Dark. It becomes a raw portrait of Lars von Trier's inner turmoil during production, exposing his doubts and insecurities while working with his crew and actors—particularly actresses. The film's turning point arrives when Björk walks off set, leaving everyone uncertain whether she'll return. Von Trier openly admits feeling threatened by women who can embarrass him, transforming the documentary into a deeply personal diary. He reflects on his use of a hundred cameras in key sequences and the significance of Dogma 95 principles, revealing an artist grappling with his creative vision. The central question lingers: does the pain von Trier endured during filming actually manifest in the finished Dancer in the Dark?