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Breaking the Waves (1996)

Directed by Lars von Trier · Cinematography by Robby Müller

R153 min171 frames

DramaRomance

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.

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