Ruben Ostlund

Vita

Ruben Östlund is a Swedish director and screenwriter, renowned for his sharp and provocative social satires. His films explore human behavior and social dynamics with a mix of humor and unflinching realism. Born and raised in Sweden, he studied film at the University of Photography and Film in Gothenburg, where he developed his documentary-inspired storytelling and signature style. Since 2004, he has been directing feature films, earning international recognition for his critical and visually striking works. With “The Square” (2017) and “Triangle of Sadness” (2022), Östlund won the Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival twice, one of the most prestigious awards in cinema. His films have also received multiple Oscar nominations, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Original Screenplay. Both Triangle of Sadness and The Square have redefined modern satire in filmmaking. In addition to an Academy Award nomination for The Square and a Golden Globe nomination for Force Majeure (2014), he won the Golden Bear at the Berlinale for his short film Incident by a Bank (2010) and received multiple European Film Awards, including Best Film and Best Director. His international influence is further reflected in his membership in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, granting him voting rights for the Oscars since 2018. In 2023, he served as President of the Jury at the Cannes Film Festival, a prestigious role reserved for only a select group of filmmakers. With his films, Ruben Östlund continues to spark controversy, challenge societal norms, and shape contemporary cinema with his unique blend of satire, social critique, and cinematic precision.