First Danish Feature Film
"The Abandoned House" (Den Hvide Slavehandel), directed by Viggo Larsen, is considered the first Danish feature film, marking the beginning of Danish cinema.
1906
1910
Nordisk Film's Golden Age
Nordisk Film, founded in 1906, becomes one of the leading film production companies in the world, producing numerous successful silent films during the 1910s.
1928
The Passion of Joan of Arc
Carl Theodor Dreyer's "The Passion of Joan of Arc" is released, becoming a landmark in silent cinema and establishing Dreyer as a major figure in world cinema.
1943
Day of Wrath
Carl Theodor Dreyer's "Day of Wrath" is released during World War II, showcasing his continued influence on Danish and international cinema.
1955
Ordet (The Word)
Carl Theodor Dreyer's film "Ordet" wins the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival, further cementing his legacy in Danish cinema.
1984
The Element of Crime
Lars von Trier's debut feature film "The Element of Crime" is released, introducing a new and influential voice in Danish cinema.
1995
Dogme 95 Movement
Lars von Trier and Thomas Vinterberg establish the Dogme 95 movement, which advocates for a return to traditional values of storytelling and performance in filmmaking.
1998
The Celebration
Thomas Vinterberg's "The Celebration" (Festen) is released as the first Dogme 95 film, gaining international acclaim and winning the Jury Prize at Cannes.
2000
Dancer in the Dark
Lars von Trier's "Dancer in the Dark" wins the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival, bringing further international recognition to Danish cinema.
2006
After the Wedding
Susanne Bier's "After the Wedding" is nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film, highlighting her as a significant Danish director.
2010
In a Better World
Susanne Bier's "In a Better World" wins the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film, showcasing the global impact of Danish cinema.
2012
The Hunt
Thomas Vinterberg's "The Hunt" (Jagten) is released, receiving critical acclaim and an Academy Award nomination for Best Foreign Language Film.
2014
Nymphomaniac
Lars von Trier's "Nymphomaniac" is released, continuing his trend of provocative and boundary-pushing films.
2020
Another Round
Thomas Vinterberg's "Another Round" (Druk) wins the Academy Award for Best International Feature Film, further solidifying the prominence of Danish cinema on the global stage.
2023
Holy Spider
Ali Abbasi's "Holy Spider" is released, receiving critical acclaim and showcasing the ongoing innovation and diversity within Danish cinema.
