Breaking the Waves
"Love is a mighty power."
Originally released in 1996. Breaking the Waves is a drama/romance film. directed by Lars von Trier. With a runtime of 2h 39m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Emily Watson, Stellan Skarsgård, and Katrin Cartlidge
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 5, 1996
29 years ago
Runtime
2h 39m
159 minutes total
User Rating
7.5/10
Great (1,078 votes)
Budget
$7.5M
Production budget
Box Office
$23M
3.1x return
Language
DA
Original language
Country
Denmark
+ 4 more
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DA
- Budget
- $7,500,000
- Revenue
- $23,000,000
Production Companies
- Zentropa Entertainments
- Liberator Productions
- Trust Film Svenska
- Argus Film Produktie
- Northern Lights
- SVT Drama
- Nordisk Film & TV Fond
- La Sept Cinéma
- VPRO
- Media Investment Club
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Breaking the Waves about?
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.
Who directed Breaking the Waves?
Breaking the Waves was directed by Lars von Trier.
How long is Breaking the Waves?
Breaking the Waves has a runtime of 2 hours and 39 minutes (159 minutes total).
When was Breaking the Waves released?
Breaking the Waves was released on July 5, 1996 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Breaking the Waves?
The main cast of Breaking the Waves includes Emily Watson, Stellan Skarsgård, Katrin Cartlidge, Jean-Marc Barr, Adrian Rawlins.
Is Breaking the Waves worth watching?
Breaking the Waves has a user rating of 7.5/10 based on 1,078 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.