If you’re looking for a new title to watch on Netflix, you can try the action thriller “Breaking In,” which stars Gabrielle Union and it is one of the trending movies this week on the platform. According to FlixPatrol, the film is currently the eighth most watched film worldwide.
The film is directed by James McTeigue, who is known for his directorial debut with “V for Vendetta.” He is also famous for his collaborations with the Wachowskis on “The Matrix” franchise and the series “Sense8.”
Union, apart from starring, also served as a producer alongside Will Packer, James Lopez, Craig Perry, and Sheila Taylor. Here’s what to know about this action thriller that was originally released in 2018, but it’s currently making waves on streaming.
‘Breaking In’: Plot and Cast
The story revolves around Shaun Russell, who, after the death of her father Isaac (Damien Leake), brings her children, Jasmine (Ajiona Alexus) and Glover (Seth Carr), to his secluded mansion to settle his affairs. Their peaceful stay is abruptly shattered when a gang of intruders led by Eddie (Billy Burke) breaks in, searching for a hidden fortune. With her children’s lives at stake, Shaun uses her wits and determination to outsmart the invaders and ensure their safety. The rest of the cast includes:
- Richard Cabral as Duncan, one of the intruders.
- Levi Meaden as Sam, one of the burglars.
- Mark Furze as Peter, another member of the criminal crew.
- Jason George as Justin Russell, Shaun’s husband.
- Christa Miller as Maggie Harris, a family friend.
How was the reception for ‘Breaking In’?
“Breaking In” grossed over $51 million worldwide, but it received mixed reviews from critics. On Rotten Tomatoes, it holds an approval rating of 27% based on 108 reviews. The critical consensus states, “Breaking In is proof that Gabrielle Union deserves more leading roles — particularly in films that offer more than this rote, disposable action thriller.”
While the plot may follow familiar tropes of the home invasion genre, Union’s performance has been widely praised.
