Breaking and Entering
Director: Anthony Minghella
Actors: Jude Law, Robin Wright, Vera Farmiga
PlotIn contemporary London, a successful landscape architect's life takes a dramatic turn due to consecutive burglaries at his sleek office in King's Cross. As he delves deeper into the city's dark underbelly to understand the reasons behind these crimes, he encounters a young Bosnian refugee. This meeting unravels a complex web of relationships and reveals a side of London far removed from the architect's familiar environs. His quest to protect his property becomes a deeper exploration of guilt, responsibility, and the nature of relationships in a multicultural metropolis.
The architect's life intersects with a variety of characters, each shadowing different facets of urban existence. Amongst them is his partner, struggling with their relationship, and an enigmatic woman whose life is a mirror to the hidden stories within the city. As he navigates through personal and professional crises, the protagonist is forced to confront his own morals and desires. This journey not only challenges his perception of right and wrong but also forces him to look at the spaces and divides within his city and himself. Through these encounters, the story weaves a narrative of love, betrayal, and redemption, set against the backdrop of a city grappling with its identity amidst change and chaos.
Writers: Anthony Minghella
Release Date: 10 Nov 2006
Runtime: 120 min
Rating: R
Country: United Kingdom, United States
Language: English, Serbo-Croatian
Home Video Reviews
Breaking and Entering: heartfelt, well-made film with a quality Blu-ray, worth seeing if Region-B compatible.
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