Breaking Glass 1980
“The rock n' roll dream that couldn't last.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 104 minutes
- Director
- Brian Gibson
- Network
- Allied Stars
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
What is Breaking Glass?
Breaking Glass is a 1980 British film starring Hazel O'Connor, Phil Daniels, and Jonathan Pryce. The feature film was written and directed by Brian Gibson in his feature film debut and co-produced by Dodi Fayed.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1980
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 104 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 1, 1980
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United Kingdom
- Studios
- Allied Stars
- Genres
- Music, Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.9/10 from 35 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~104 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Allied Stars
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Overview
Breaking Glass is a 1980 British film starring Hazel O'Connor, Phil Daniels, and Jonathan Pryce. The feature film was written and directed by Brian Gibson in his feature film debut and co-produced by Dodi Fayed. The story follows a punk singer named Kate and her meteoric rise to stardom. Starting out in the rock pubs of London, Kate is assisted by her manager Danny and becomes a huge star overnight. Once she reaches the top, the pressure is immense as her band is squeezed out and she is left to cope alone in the spotlight. The film runs for one hour and forty-four minutes and falls into the music and drama genres.
Should you watch it?
“A gripping exploration of music and drama that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Where can I stream or watch Breaking Glass online?
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Is Breaking Glass worth watching?
Breaking Glass holds a community rating of 6.9/10 based on 35 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Music, Drama for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Breaking Glass and when was it released?
Breaking Glass is a feature film with a runtime of 104 minutes. It was released in 1980. Release status: Released.
Who directed Breaking Glass?
Breaking Glass was directed by Brian Gibson.
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