The Broken Circle Breakdown

Content Warnings

Overall Severity: ๐Ÿ”ด 80/100
Total warning time: 8m 5s
Sex/Nudity: ๐Ÿ”ด 70/100 (3m 32s)
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 70/100 [00:45:23 - 00:47:10] A sex scene with partial nudity and passionate kissing.
  • ๐ŸŸก 60/100 [01:12:45 - 01:14:30] Another intimate scene with implied sexual activity.
Drug Use: ๐ŸŸก 50/100 (2m 13s)
  • ๐ŸŸก 50/100 [00:30:12 - 00:31:45] Characters are seen smoking marijuana.
  • ๐ŸŸก 40/100 [01:05:20 - 01:06:00] A character is shown drinking alcohol heavily.
Violence: ๐ŸŸก 60/100 (2m 5s)
  • ๐ŸŸก 60/100 [00:55:30 - 00:56:15] A heated argument leads to a physical altercation.
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 70/100 [01:20:10 - 01:21:30] Emotional distress and self-harm implications.
Strong Language: ๐ŸŸก 65/100 (15s)
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 80/100 [00:15:40 - 00:15:45] Use of the F-word in a heated moment.
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 70/100 [00:40:20 - 00:40:25] Multiple uses of strong language in a short span.
  • ๐ŸŸก 60/100 [01:10:05 - 01:10:10] Another instance of strong language.
The Broken Circle Breakdown

Details for The Broken Circle Breakdown (2012)

Year: 2012
The Broken Circle Breakdown Runtime: 111 min
Genre: Drama, Music, Romance
IMDB: 7.7
Meta Score: 70
Votes: 39379
Gross: 175,058
Director: Felix van Groeningen
Cast Stars: Veerle Baetens, Johan Heldenbergh, Nell Cattrysse, Geert Van Rampelberg

Overview of The Broken Circle Breakdown:

Elise and Didier fall in love at first sight, in spite of their differences. He talks, she listens. He's a romantic atheist, she's a religious realist. When their daughter becomes seriously ill, their love is put on trial.

The Broken Circle Breakdown FAQ

Q: What is the plot of The Broken Circle Breakdown?
A: The Broken Circle Breakdown is a Belgian drama film that tells the story of Didier and Elise, a couple deeply in love who share a passion for bluegrass music. Their lives take a tragic turn when their young daughter, Maybelle, is diagnosed with cancer. The film explores their struggles to cope with grief, their relationship, and their differing views on faith and science.
Q: Who are the main actors in The Broken Circle Breakdown?
A: The main actors in The Broken Circle Breakdown are Veerle Baetens as Elise, Johan Heldenbergh as Didier, Nell Cattrysse as Maybelle, and Geert Van Rampelberg in a supporting role.
Q: What awards did The Broken Circle Breakdown win?
A: The Broken Circle Breakdown received critical acclaim and won several awards, including the Best Actress award for Veerle Baetens at the European Film Awards, and it was also nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 2014.
Q: Is The Broken Circle Breakdown based on a true story?
A: No, The Broken Circle Breakdown is not based on a true story. However, it is adapted from a stage play of the same name, which was written by Johan Heldenbergh and Mieke Dobbels.
Q: What is the significance of the bluegrass music in the film?
A: Bluegrass music plays a central role in The Broken Circle Breakdown as it symbolizes the bond between Didier and Elise. Their shared love for music helps them connect and cope with their emotional struggles, but it also highlights their differences when faced with tragedy.