The Disturbing Reel

Chaos Reigns: Lars von Trier’s Antichrist and the Boundaries of Extreme Cinema


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In this episode of Too Extreme for Mainstream, we take a deep dive into Lars von Trier’s infamous 2009 film Antichrist. From its origins in von Trier’s depression, to the shocking imagery that split audiences at Cannes, to its lasting place in the history of extreme cinema, this episode explores why Antichrist continues to provoke debate more than a decade later. We’ll unpack its symbolism, controversy, and what it reveals about the fine line between art and exploitation.
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The Disturbing ReelBy sensorystowers