Jørgen Leth_
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Birthday
Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Birthday
(Monday)
Died
Nationality
Languages
Danish, English, Spanish
Spouses
Wivi Leth (1963-1966), Ann Bierlich (1970-1979), Hanne Uldal (1979-1988)
Zodiac Sign
♊ Gemini
Chinese Zodiac
牛 Ox
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Jørgen Leth: Danish film director and poet.
Born (died at age 88).
Biography
Jørgen Leth (Danish: [ˈjɶɐ̯ˀn̩ ˈlet]; 14 June 1937 – 29 September 2025) was a Danish poet and film director who was considered a leading figure in experimental documentary filmmaking. Most notable is his documentary A Sunday in Hell (1977) and his surrealistic short film The Perfect Human (1968). He was also a sports commentator for Danish television and was represented by the film production company Sunset Productions.
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