Review of Breaking and Entering (2006) by Tiphaine L — 22 Jul 2009

Jude Law plays himself, Juliette Binoche is dispensable. Worst Anthony Minghella film that I have seen.

This review of Breaking and Entering (2006) was written by Tiphaine L on 22 Jul 2009.

Breaking and Entering has generally received mixed reviews.

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