Original -- but I object to things in it [Contains SPOILERS] "Breaking the Waves" is a very original film, both the story and how von Trier tells it. There's no denying that it is a very fascinating film, and a film you will definitely think about afterwards -- whether you like the film or not. I certainly like the *film*, but it really made me feel uneasy. What did von Trier want to say with this? I found Bess's submissiveness almost offensive -- especially the fact that she goes back to the boat where she knows she will be raped and tortured. And also the fact that after that Jan is able to walk again and God makes an appearance (or at least his bells) -- does that mean that we in the audience are supposed to believe that Bess's choices are the right ones? Or is it this von Trier wanted -- for me to feel utterly confused and somewhat disturbed? Well, like I said: his technique of telling the story is quite brilliant and the acting is absolutely sensational. I'm talking about Emily Watson in particular, but also about Stellan Skarsgård and Katrin Cartlidge. I like the film, even if the message is a mystery to me, but maybe that's what I like since "Breaking the Waves" certainly left me with something to think about and a whole lot to discuss with my friends.