Review of Breakdown (1997) by Matthew P — 12 Apr 2010

A high-octane thrill ride and killer of a thriller.

This review of Breakdown (1997) was written by Matthew P on 12 Apr 2010.

Breakdown has generally received positive reviews.

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By Bill S (2,971) on 20 Apr 2015

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By Jack O (306) on 18 Mar 2016

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Sometimes a tightly wound watch - with a little bit of filigree and flourish to set it apart - is all you need…

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His Breakdown is a tough, vigorous exercise in pure action, shot with throwback expertise and, most refreshingly, without special effects…

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By Charles G (399) on 12 Jun 2015

Highly recommended. Kurt At his very best. Great chase thriller…

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By Carouse97 (12) on 14 May 2021

Russell throws off the familiar guise, rejects showboat heroics and sweats for real. He's never been better…

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By Timone (161) on 01 Dec 2021

Now I would say that this is more like a abduction thriller and I think I know the story straight up…

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