Breaking the Waves

Love is a mighty power.

Filmistani84

Blockbuster

IMDb7.876K

1,126votes

DramaRomanceSlow BurnFeel GoodEmotional DepthHidden Gem

Why Watch

A Drama, Romance film (1996) rated 7.8/10 on IMDb by 76K+ viewers — highly recommended. Starring Emily Watson, Stellan Skarsgård, known for emotionally resonant storytelling.

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.

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

Available on

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Breaking the Waves worth watching?

Yes — highly recommended. Filmistani rates Breaking the Waves 84/100 (IMDb: 7.8/10). A strong pick for fans of Drama.

Where can I watch Breaking the Waves online in India?

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Is Breaking the Waves a hit or flop?

Breaking the Waves is a blockbuster hit — 76K+ IMDb votes and a Filmistani Score of 84/100 confirm massive audience approval.

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…