Quick Info
- Year
- 1996
- Director
- Lars von Trier
- Duration
- 159 min
- Language
- DA
- Country
- DK
- Budget
- $7.5M
- Box Office
- $23M
External Ratings
IMDb7.5
🍅 Rotten Tomatoes75%
📺 Where to Watch
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Breaking the Waves
Our Rating
7.6/10
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7.3/10
7.1/10
Overview
In a small, conservative Scottish village, an oilman is paralyzed in an accident. His wife, who prayed for his return, feels guilty; even more, when he urges her to have sex with another.
Rating Breakdown
Story
7.6
Acting
7.7
Direction
7.5
Cinematography
7.3
Music
7.1
✓Pros
- Exceptional dramatic depth
- Outstanding performances
- Emotionally powerful story
✕Cons
- Slow pacing in some scenes
- Requires close attention
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