---
title: "Breaking and Entering"
year: 2006
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/breaking-and-entering-2006"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 1253
imdb_id: "tt0443456"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 129
community_rating: 6.1
vote_count: 277
content_rating: "R"
---

# Breaking and Entering (2006) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/breaking-and-entering-2006

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Breaking and Entering is a 2006 romantic crime drama set in an inner-city London neighborhood. The narrative centers on a successful British landscape architect who enters into an affair with Amira, a Bosnian woman and mother to a troubled teenager who was widowed by the war in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The film explores the collision of these two lives against the backdrop of a blighted urban environment.

Culturally, the film is significant as the final feature directed by Anthony Minghella before his death in 2008. It also represents his return to original screenwriting, marking his first such script since his 1990 debut, Truly, Madly, Deeply. The film is characterized by its dramatic focus on human connection and the lingering impacts of historical trauma.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A landscape architect and a grieving Bosnian widow find their lives intertwined in modern London."

### Why Watch
- Features a screenplay written and directed by Anthony Minghella.
- Showcases performances from Jude Law, Juliette Binoche, and Robin Wright.
- Marks the final feature film directed by Anthony Minghella.

### Caveats & Content Note
- The film deals with heavy themes of grief and social blight which may feel somber to some viewers.
- Tone & Suitability: This is a romantic crime drama with a serious tone and a runtime of two hours and nine minutes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #romantic-drama, #crime-drama, #london-setting, #character-study, #interpersonal-conflict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Lionsgate+ Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Starz Apple TV channel, Howdy Amazon Channel | Fawesome | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Amazon Video, Sky Store, YouTube |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Crave | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Anthony Minghella
- **Networks / Studios**: Miramax, The Weinstein Company, Mirage Enterprises

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Jude Law** as *Will Francis*
- **Juliette Binoche** as *Amira*
- **Vera Farmiga** as *Oana*
- **Robin Wright** as *Liv*
- **Martin Freeman** as *Sandy*
- **Rafi Gavron** as *Miro*
- **Poppy Rogers** as *Bea*
- **Ray Winstone** as *Bruno Fella*
- **Ed Westwick** as *Zoran*
- **Anna Chancellor** as *Kate*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream Breaking and Entering?
Availability varies by region and platform; you should check local streaming services or digital rental providers for current access.

### Q: Is this film worth watching?
The film features a notable cast and serves as the final directorial work of Anthony Minghella, making it a point of interest for fans of his filmography.

### Q: How long is the film?
The film has a total runtime of two hours and nine minutes.

### Q: Is this part of a series?
No, Breaking and Entering is a standalone feature film.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Breaking and Entering — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1253)
- [Where to Watch Breaking and Entering (2006) Online](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/breaking-and-entering)
- [Breaking and Entering](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q241391)

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