Review of Breaking and Entering (2006) by Hassan K — 26 Feb 2008

Really an human movie as british know how to make!

This review of Breaking and Entering (2006) was written by Hassan K on 26 Feb 2008.

Breaking and Entering has generally received mixed reviews.

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Its a really sad story done well. my eyes swelled several times…

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Poor story and poor movie, with a poor love story. Not always great actors means great success…

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