Breaking the Waves (1996)

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Breaking the Waves on IMDb 7.9/10 53,700 votes

Released:
1996-07-05

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.

Director:
Lars von Trier

Runtime:
2h 39min

Genre:
Drama, Romance

  • Cast:
  • Emily Watson
    as
    Bess McNeill
  • Stellan SkarsgĂ„rd
    as
    Jan Nyman
  • Katrin Cartlidge
    as
    Dodo McNeill
  • Jean-Marc Barr
    as
    Terry
  • Adrian Rawlins
    as
    Dr. Richardson