Breaking the Waves (1996)

Love is a mighty power.

153 min★ 7.8 · 76,848 votes

• Drama

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.

Release date

May 18, 1996

Country of origin

Norway, Sweden, Denmark, France, Iceland

Budget

$7,500,000

Box office

$23,000,000