Lars von Trier admitted to a care centre following Parkinson’s diagnosis
Danish film-maker made public his condition in 2022, aged 66
Danish film-maker Lars von Trier, who has Parkinson’s disease, has been admitted to a care centre, his production company said on Wednesday.
One of the biggest names in contemporary auteur cinema, Von Trier has directed more than 14 feature films, often disturbing and violent.
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