In the film, Selma works long hours at a factory and lives in a trailer park with her son, Gene. She is also secretly saving money for Gene's operation by working extra hours and taking on odd jobs. Selma's neighbor and friend, Kathy, encourages her to seek help from their landlord, Bill, who has a crush on Selma.
Despite her worsening condition, Selma is determined to save enough money for Gene's operation. She auditions for a local musical production, hoping to earn enough money for the operation. Selma's co-worker, Jeff, also encourages her to audition and helps her rehearse.
However, Selma's life takes a turn for the worse when she becomes the victim of a crime. She is then forced to make a difficult decision that could potentially save Gene's life, but comes at a great cost to herself.
Dancer in the Dark is a musical drama directed by Lars von Trier and stars Bjork as Selma. The film was praised for its unique approach to the musical genre and Bjork's performance, which earned her the Best Actress award at the Cannes Film Festival. However, the film's dark and emotional themes have also divided audiences and led to controversy.