On ‘Dogville’, light, color, and Lars von Trier’s hidden spirituality
Dogville represents a controversial and compelling entry in arthouse cinema of the 21st century. A response to Trier’s work in the Dogma 95 movement, Dogville attempts to invoke the mystery and essence of cinema. Narrative filmmakers often rely on techniques that break the fourth wall to create an awareness of the cinematic process. Pacing often …