Jørgen Leth profile

Jørgen Leth

Directing

  • Born 14/06/1937
  • Århus, Denmark
  • Died 29/09/2025

Jørgen Leth was a Danish poet and film director who is considered a leading figure in experimental documentary film making. Most notable are his epic documentary A Sunday in Hell and his surrealistic short film The Perfect Human. He is also a sports commentator for Danish television and is represented by the film production company, Sunset Productions.

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