Breach delivers taut spy intrigue anchored by Chris Cooper
Chris Cooper shines as real life double agent Robert Hanssen in Breach a restrained tense film about Hanssen's 20 year espionage saga. Eric O Neill Ryan Phillippe rises from trainee to key data probe witness as Hanssen's meticulous facade unravels amid FBI internal affairs and personal strain.
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Breach review: strong performances lift a thin motive
In this Universal release, Chris Cooper dominates as FBI mole Hanssen with a cold conflicted charm. The cast includes Phillip Phillippe Linney and Dhavernas delivering crisp, capable portrayals while Haysbert and Cole provide sturdy support. The film stresses the who and how over why, offering suspenseful drama and a solid 110 minute runtime.
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