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Breach (2007)

"How one man betrayed the security of a nation."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 67%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 78% (RT: 83%, MC: 74) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Runtime
1h 50m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.6/10 (653 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
83%
Metacritic
74
Cast
Chris Cooper as Robert Hanssen
Ryan Phillippe as Eric O'Neill
Laura Linney as Kate Burroughs
Caroline Dhavernas as Juliana O'Neill
Gary Cole as Rich Garces
Dennis Haysbert as Dean Plesac
Kathleen Quinlan as Bonnie Hanssen
Bruce Davison as John O'Neill
It's divisive. Only 67% of audiences liked it based on 653 votes. Critics gave it 78%.
Overview
Eric O'Neill, a low-level surveillance expert with the FBI, believes he is accomplishing his dream of becoming a full-fledged agent, with his unexpected promotion and assignment to clerk for Robert Hanssen, a renowned senior agent with 25 years in the FBI. However, he soon learns the reason for his promotion is to gain Hanssen's trust and find proof that he is a traitor to the country. Determined to draw the suspected double-agent out of deep cover, O'Neill finds himself in a lethal game of spy vs. spy, where nothing is as it seems. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated drama films of 2007 among dedicated fans.
  • During production of Breach, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
Audience Consensus

Breach is a 2007 drama, thriller, crime film directed by Billy Ray. Eric O'Neill, a low-level surveillance expert with the FBI, believes he is accomplishing his dream of becoming a full-fledged agent, with his unexpected promotion and assignment to clerk for Robert Hanssen, a renowned senior agent with 25 years in the FBI. However, he soon learns the reason for his promotion is to gain Hanssen's trust and find proof that he is a traitor to the country.

Determined to draw the suspected double-agent out of deep cover, O'Neill finds himself in a lethal game of spy vs. spy, where nothing is as it seems. The film has been rated by 653 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, Breach delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Breach (2007) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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