Review of Breaking the Waves (2014) by Ahmed M — 03 Dec 2007

My first Lars Von Trier experience. Absolutely harrowing with a spectacular performance by Watson.

This review of Breaking the Waves (2014) was written by Ahmed M on 03 Dec 2007.

Breaking the Waves has generally received positive reviews.

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