Breaking 2022

Based on the true story of one man's demand to be heard.

6.6 / 10   140 vote(s)
PG-13
Crime Drama Thriller

Desperate for money and running out of options, Marine veteran Brian Brown-Easley holds several people hostage inside a bank, setting the stage for a tense confrontation with police.

Homepage https://bleeckerstreetmedia.com/breaking
Release Date 2022-08-25
Runtime 1h 43m
Directors Abi Damaris Corbin, Doug Emmett, Josh Montes
Producers Salman Al-Rashid, Sam Frohman, Joshuah Bearman, Mackenzie Fargo, Arthur Spector, Sims Frazier, Ashley Levinson, Kevin Turen, Sam Levinson
Writers Abi Damaris Corbin, Kwame Kwei-Armah, Aaron Gell

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"892 boasts a heartbreaking, shocking story based on true events, proving that real life is so incomprehensible that viewers can no longer distinguish reality from fiction.

John Boyega offers one of his best interpretations ever, giving a genuinely transformative display packed with palpable emotion. Michael K. Williams (last performance) and Nicole Beharie are also outstanding.

Unfortunately, the one-location narrative doesn't hold enough suspense and tension to keep the audience fully captivated during the whole runtime. Even without knowing the outcome beforehand, the build-up to the predictable conclusion - beautifully executed - lacks interesting plot points and impactful character development.

Still shocking, but a viewing most people won't repeat."

Rating: C+

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