Morjana Alaoui (Evie), Mel Raido (John), and Craig Conway (Dougie). Genre: Psychological Thriller / Horror. Plot Analysis
John spends his days drinking and partying with his aggressive and loathsome friends, particularly Dougie. They subject Evie to psychological abuse and constant torment. Broken [1080p] (2016)
The film follows , a 25-year-old French woman who moves to England to escape a traumatic past. She takes a job as an agency carer for John , a bitter and resentful tetraplegic. Morjana Alaoui (Evie), Mel Raido (John), and Craig
Critics from The Hollywood News noted the film’s claustrophobic setting, where the house feels like it is shrinking as the characters' mental states deteriorate. They subject Evie to psychological abuse and constant
Reviews highlighted the contrast between the "broken body" of John and the "broken mind" of Evie. The performance by Morjana Alaoui has been described as heartbreakingly sympathetic .
The film is noted for its gritty, bleak tone and an evocative score that contrasts with its mundane British setting. Alternative Titles (2016)
The "slow burn" narrative culminates in a sudden, violent change of pace in the final act, where the tension between the characters finally breaks. Critical Reception & Themes