Breakthrough

Breakthrough

Based On The Impossible True Story

Directed by Roxann Dawson

Produced by Fox 2000 Pictures, Franklin Entertainment

2019116 min7.7 / 10

A faith-centered family drama about a mother's unwavering belief and prayer during her son's life-or-death medical crisis, grounded in warmth and spiritual conviction.

Tragedy strikes when a woman named Joyce's son falls through the ice on a frozen lake and is trapped underwater for over 15 minutes. After being rushed to the hospital, the 14-year-old boy continues to fight for his life as Joyce, her husband and their pastor stay by his bedside and pray for a miracle.

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  • Does Breakthrough end with hope? Yes, very. More hopeful than 92% of films.

  • Is Breakthrough one of a kind? Yes. More singular than 89% of films.

  • Is Breakthrough scary? Barely. Less frightening than 76% of films.

  • Is Breakthrough violent? Barely. Less violent than 76% of films.

  • Is Breakthrough sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.

  • Is Breakthrough easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 67% of films.

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92/ 100

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There is almost nothing else like this.

Rarity91

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Surprise93

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Love93

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