Breaking the Waves (1996) movie poster

Breaking the Waves (1996)

"Love is a mighty power."
ThumbScore
👍 85%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 83% (RT: 84%, MC: 82) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaRomance

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Runtime
2h 39m
Country
Denmark, France, Netherlands
Language
Danish
TMDB Rating
7.5/10 (1,099 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
84%
Metacritic
82
Cast
Emily Watson as Bess McNeill
Stellan Skarsgård as Jan Nyman
Katrin Cartlidge as Dodo McNeill
Adrian Rawlins as Dr. Richardson
Sandra Voe as Mother
Udo Kier as Sadistic Sailor
Yes. 85% of real audiences liked it based on 1,099 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 83%.
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. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated drama films of 1996 among dedicated fans.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
Audience Consensus

Breaking the Waves is a 1996 drama, romance film directed by Lars von Trier. 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.

The film has been rated by 1,099 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, Breaking the Waves delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

Breaking the Waves (1996) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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