Kristian Levring

Hailing from the vibrant land of Denmark, Kristian Levring was born in 1957 and started his directorial journey in the late 1980s. Known for his prowess in drama and thriller genres, he is celebrated for films such as "The King is Alive" (2000) and "The Salvation" (2014), with the latter being nominated for the prestigious Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival. His directorial style is distinguished by his intense storytelling, and a propensity to delve into the raw and darker aspects of human nature. Levring, with his cinematic brilliance, has carved a niche for himself in the vast landscape of global cinema, all the while staying true to his Danish roots.