description Dogville Overview
Dogville is a 2003 drama film directed by Lars von Trier. The narrative centers on Grace Mulligan, pursued by criminals, who seeks shelter in Dogville and performs manual labor to secure protection. The production utilizes a stark, staged environment with an ensemble cast including Nicole Kidman and Lauren Bacall.
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info Dogville Specifications
| Country | Germany |
| Year | 2003 |
help Dogville FAQ
Why does Dogville look like it was filmed on an empty stage?
Lars von Trier deliberately shot Dogville on a sparse soundstage where streets and buildings are indicated by chalk outlines. The exposed layout lets viewers see actions occurring elsewhere in the town while Grace's story unfolds.
What happens to Grace after Dogville agrees to hide her?
Grace, played by Nicole Kidman, initially performs work for the residents in exchange for protection from pursuing gangsters. As the perceived danger increases, the townspeople impose harsher demands and progressively abuse their power over her.
Who plays Grace's father in Dogville?
James Caan plays the gangster who is eventually revealed to be Grace's father. Their climactic conversation forces Grace to reconsider whether forgiving Dogville is compassionate or morally arrogant.
Is Dogville part of a series?
Dogville is the first entry in Lars von Trier's planned USA: Land of Opportunities trilogy. It was followed by Manderlay in 2005, with Bryce Dallas Howard replacing Nicole Kidman as Grace.
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