The Element of Crime
1984
Fisher, an ex-detective, decides to take one final case when a mysterious serial killer claims the lives of several young girls. Fisher, unable to find the culprit, turns to Osbourne, a writer who was once respected for his contributions to the field of criminology. Fisher begins to use Osbourne's technique, which involves empathizing with serial killers; however, as the detective becomes increasingly engrossed in this method, things take a disturbing turn.
Director:
Lars von Trier
Writers:
Lars von Trier, Niels Vørsel, William Quarshie
Awards:
12 wins & 3 nominations total
Production:
Lars von Trier
Country:
Denmark
