Review of Breaking and Entering (2006) by Zefi M — 18 Nov 2007

Good acting. Interesting story about people's lifes ,relationships and human needs.

This review of Breaking and Entering (2006) was written by Zefi M on 18 Nov 2007.

Breaking and Entering has generally received mixed reviews.

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One of the more intelligent, better-made new movies around right now, but, despite everything, it doesn't really connect with the nerves and…

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This is an ambitious midlife-crisis movie that valiantly weaves together big themes, among them the nagging guilt of the successful, wealthy artist…

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By Ashley W (473) on 16 Jan 2012

It tried so hard...Juliet was it's only saving grace. It had so much potential...yet was too hollywood cliche and easy…

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Better than I was expecting. It has the feel of a good novel. Jude Law's character especially speaks and acts like he's in a novel…

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By Mark S (2,772) on 14 Jan 2013

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Forgive Minghella for taking a breather, even if Breaking and Entering exhales nothing but hot air…

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