A beautiful story (Breaking The Waves (DVD))

Member Name: CTVicky

Product:	Breaking The Waves (DVD)
Date:	01/08/09 (11 review reads)
Rating:

Advantages: Incredible acting

Disadvantages: A little far-fetched?

In my opinion one of the very best films that Lars Von Triers has made, "Breaking The Waves" couldn't be more different to "Antichrist" or at least, the sound of "Antichrist", as I'm too squeamish to watch it!

Breaking The Waves starts off with Emily Watson's character "Bess" screaming and virtually hitting her boyfriend for being late, as he lands from his aircraft at her village. The first impression we get of her is one of a deranged psychopath! However, we soon find out that that's not the case and she is in fact a sweet, kind-hearted lady, if perhaps a little naive.

It's a beautiful yet heartbreaking story that questions religion, cynicism and mental illness.

Emily Watson is a fine actress who has gone on to appear in many critically acclaimed films. Her performance, along with that of every cast member of "Breaking The Waves", is nothing short of brilliant. The script itself is a work of art.

I thoroughly enjoyed watching this and what I would say to people thinking of getting the film is "keep an open mind".

Summary: Inspired