The controversial horror film Antichrist is written and directed by Lars von Trier. Production on the film began in August 2008, in Germany and was submitted to the 2009 Cannes film festival. Willem Dafoe and Charlotte Gainsbourg star in the film.Variety: Dafoe, Gainsbourg... (August 12, 2008)

At the Cannes film festival, Antichrist opened to mixed reactions from the audience.

Following the death of their child, the grief-stricken couple (Willem Dafoe and Charlotte Gainsbourg) retreat to an isolated area to work through their pain. The film includes graphic portrayals of sexual-mutilation, drug use and other kinds of physical abuse. Director Von Trier has stated that the making of the film served as a cathartic experience in dealing with his own depression.Reuters: Lars von Trier film "Antichrist" shocks Cannes (May 17, 2009)