Bille August

“55 Steps” is inspired by the remarkable true story of Eleanor Riese, a patient dealing with mental illness, who initiates a class action lawsuit to secure the right for capable…

In 1941, the Japanese assault on Pearl Harbor severely dampens American spirits. In response, President Franklin D. Roosevelt opts for a daring move to uplift his nation’s morale by launching…

Acclaimed Danish director Bille August, known for his Oscar and two Palme d’Or wins at Cannes, presents a deeply intimate drama. The film centers on a family reunion spanning three…

In this 2013 film directed by Bille August, a Swiss professor, played by Jeremy Irons, embarks on a transformative journey after a chance encounter with a mysterious woman. His quest…

Set against the backdrop of apartheid-era South Africa, this film explores the unlikely friendship between a prison guard and one of the world’s most famous political prisoners, Nelson Mandela. The…

Jean Valjean, a Frenchman incarcerated for bread theft, is relentlessly pursued by the determined police officer Javert. This chase becomes an all-consuming obsession for both individuals, eventually leading Valjean into…

In this 1997 thriller directed by Bille August, the story follows Smilla Jaspersen, a Greenlandic Inuit living in Copenhagen, who becomes suspicious about the death of a young boy she…

Set against the backdrop of political upheaval in Latin America, this 1993 film directed by Bille August weaves a multi-generational tale of love, power, and destiny. The story follows the…

Set in the late 19th century, this poignant drama follows the journey of a Swedish father and son who emigrate to Denmark in search of a better life. The film…