Bille August

Bille August

76 · Born: Nov 9, 1948

Personal Details

BornNov 9, 1948 Brede, Denmark
Spouse
  • Pernilla August

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )
  • Masja Dessau

  • Annie Munksgaard

  • Sara-Marie Maltha

    ( May 25, 2025 to May 25, 2025 )

Biography

Born on November 9, 1948, in the charming town of Brede, Denmark, Bille August has led a remarkable life as a multifaceted creative force. As a director and writer, he has left an indelible mark on the world of cinema, with his most notable works including the critically acclaimed "Pelle the Conqueror" (1987),the visually stunning "The House of the Spirits" (1993),and the poignant "Goodbye Bafana" (2007). Throughout his illustrious career, August has been fortunate enough to share his life with several remarkable women, including his current wife, Sara-Marie Maltha.

Before finding his soulmate in Maltha, August was previously married to the talented Pernilla August, Masja Dessau, and Annie Munksgaard, each of whom brought their own unique qualities to his life.

Career

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2004
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2021
The Pact
The Pact as Director
{"id":121573,"title":"55 Steps","year":"2018","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/55-steps","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/697d1l3cloh0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/697d1l3cloh0.jpg"},"released":1}
2018
55 Steps
55 Steps as Director
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A Fortunate Man
A Fortunate Man as Director, Screenplay
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2017
In Harm's Way
In Harm's Way as Director
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2014
Silent Heart
Silent Heart as Director
{"id":11160,"title":"Night Train to Lisbon","year":"2013","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/night-train-to-lisbon","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_11160.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_11160.jpg"},"released":1}
2013
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2012
Marie Krøyer
Marie Krøyer as Director
{"id":19221,"title":"The Color of Freedom","year":"2007","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-color-of-freedom","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_19221.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_19221.jpg"},"released":1}
2007
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{"id":33747,"title":"Return to Sender","year":"2004","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/return-to-sender-2004","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7159kb2dq540.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7159kb2dq540.jpg"},"released":1}
2004
{"id":54381,"title":"The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones: The Perils of Cupid","year":"2000","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-adventures-of-young-indiana-jones-the-perils-of-cupid","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_54381.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_54381.jpg"},"released":1}
2000
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1999
{"id":13504,"title":"Les Mis\u00e9rables","year":"1998","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/les-miserables-1998","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/769p2u3a3j40.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/769p2u3a3j40.jpg"},"released":1}
1998
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1997
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1996
Jerusalem
Jerusalem as Director, Writer
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1993
The House of the Spirits
The House of the Spirits as Director, Screenplay
{"id":110063,"title":"The Best Intentions","year":"1992","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-best-intentions","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_110063.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_110063.jpg"},"released":1}
1992
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1987
Pelle the Conqueror
Pelle the Conqueror as Director, Screenplay
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1984
Buster's World
Buster's World as Director
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2024
The Count of Monte Cristo
The Count of Monte Cristo as Creator, Screenplay