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  2. Nov 29, 1996 · Breaking the Waves. Roger Ebert November 29, 1996. Tweet. Now streaming on: Powered by JustWatch. We are republishing this review in honor of the 10th anniversary of the passing of Roger Ebert. Read why one of our contributors chose this review here. “Breaking the Waves” is emotionally and spiritually challenging, hammering at conventional ...

  3. Rated 4.5/5 Stars • 03/30/23. Lars von Trier. Director. Emily Watson. Bess McNeill. Stellan Skarsgård. Jan Nyman. Katrin Cartlidge. Dodo McNeill. Jean-Marc Barr. Terry. Adrian Rawlins. Dr....

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  4. The audience must watch in horror as von Trier emphasizes every threatening clank of the oil machinery, and every glimpse of heedless playfulness from Jan and his friends. Then the accident occurs. Jan returns home grievously injured, and now he is suddenly bitter toward his bride. Jan sees Bess's sexuality as a mocking reminder of his loss.

  5. Breaking the Waves is a complicated story; it is one that studies love, regret, guilt, madness and religion. Breaking the Waves is set in a small religious town deep in Scotland and tells the sorrowful story of the innocent Bess (Emily Watson) and her lover Jan (Stellan Skarsgaard).

  6. The film garnered an 85% approval rating, and an average rating of 8.24/10 on Rotten Tomatoes from 59 reviews. The critical consensus reads, " Breaking the Waves offers a remarkable testament to writer-director Lars von Trier's insight and filmmaking skill -- and announces Emily Watson as a startling talent". [25]

  7. Nov 13, 1996 · Metascore Universal Acclaim Based on 29 Critic Reviews. 82. User Score Generally Favorable Based on 77 User Ratings. 7.9. My Score. Hover and click to give a rating. Add My Review. Where to Watch. Max (Subscription required) All Watch Options. View All. Emily Watson. Bess McNeill. Stellan Skarsgård. Jan Nyman. Katrin Cartlidge. Dodo McNeill.

  8. Dec 6, 1996 · Movie Review: 'Breaking the Waves' By. Owen Gleiberman. Published on December 6, 1996 05:00AM EST. True art is a journey to somewhere you’ve never been, and there has never been a movie...

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