Breaking the Waves - Opera Philadelphia2016

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Breaking the Waves tells the story of Bess McNeill, a religious young woman with a deep love for her husband Jan, a handsome oil rig worker. When Jan becomes paralyzed in an off-shore accident, Bess’s marital vows are put to the test as he encourages her to seek other lovers and return to his bedside to tell him of her sexual activities.

Released

25. 6. 2026

Runtime

130 min

Certification

NO

Country, language

EN

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