Review of Breaking the Waves (1996) by Karen R — 11 Nov 2008

SIMPLY THE BEST MOVIE EVER MADE (IN THE WESTERN WORLD ANYHOW).

This review of Breaking the Waves (1996) was written by Karen R on 11 Nov 2008.

Breaking the Waves has generally received very positive reviews.

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