Breaking the Waves(1996)
Love is a mighty power.
Synopsis
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.
Directed by Lars von Trier
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Cast
Emily Watson
Bess McNeill
Stellan Skarsgård
Jan Nyman
Katrin Cartlidge
Dodo McNeill
Jean-Marc Barr
Terry
Adrian Rawlins
Dr. Richardson
Jonathan Hackett
Priest
Sandra Voe
Mother
Udo Kier
Sadistic Sailor
Mikkel Gaup
Pits
Roef Ragas
Pim
Robert Robertson
Chairman
Phil McCall
Grandfather
Desmond Reilly
An Elder
Sarah Gudgeon
Sybilla
Finlay Welsh
Coroner
David Gallacher
Glasgow Doctor
Ray Jeffries
Man on Bus
Owen Kavanagh
Man at Lighthouse
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Breaking the Waves is available to stream on MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country and changes over time.
When did Breaking the Waves come out?+
Breaking the Waves was released in 1996.
How long is Breaking the Waves?+
Breaking the Waves runs for 159 minutes (2 hours and 39 minutes).
Who directed Breaking the Waves?+
Breaking the Waves was directed by Lars von Trier.
Who stars in Breaking the Waves?+
Breaking the Waves stars Emily Watson, Stellan Skarsgård, Katrin Cartlidge, Jean-Marc Barr and Adrian Rawlins.
Is Breaking the Waves worth watching?+
Breaking the Waves holds a 7.5/10 rating from 1,156 TMDB users, and is best suited to fans of drama and romance.
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