Review of Breaking and Entering (2006) by M F — 08 Aug 2011

"You steal someone's heart, that's really a crime.".

This review of Breaking and Entering (2006) was written by M F on 08 Aug 2011.

Breaking and Entering has generally received mixed reviews.

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