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Bryce Dallas Howard Reflects on Tense Moment with Von Trier

6/8/2025

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Bryce Dallas Howard recounted a tense moment with filmmaker Lars von Trier during the filming of Manderlay, where he insulted her father and splashed water on her. Despite the confrontation, Howard chose to view the experience positively. Von Trier, notorious for his controversial actions, has been under scrutiny, especially following his recent Parkinson’s diagnosis.

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Bryce Dallas Howard recounted a tense moment with filmmaker Lars von Trier during the filming of Manderlay, where he insulted her father and splashed water on her. Despite the confrontation, Howard chose to view the experience positively. Von Trier, notorious for his controversial actions, has been under scrutiny, especially following his recent Parkinson’s diagnosis.