The Breaker Upperers 2018
"Breaking up just got easier"
New Zealand's sharpest comedy of 2018, *The Breaker Upperers* follows two enterprising flatmates who turn sabotaging relationships into a lucrative side-hustle—until one starts questioning the moral cost.
Director: Jackie van Beek
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Breaker Upperers (2018) about?
Two cash-strapped best friends monetise relationship sabotage as a side business, only to reckon with their own consciences when one starts feeling guilty. Their flourishing enterprise slowly eats away at their friendship, forcing them to confront why they're really breaking couples up.
Who directed The Breaker Upperers?
Jackie van Beek, who also co-wrote and co-stars in this biting Kiwi comedy-drama.
Who stars in The Breaker Upperers?
The film features Jackie van Beek, Celia Pacquola, Madeleine Sami, James Rolleston, and Ana Scotney leading the sharp-tongued ensemble.
Is The Breaker Upperers (2018) worth watching?
With its razor-sharp script, Kiwi wit, and compact eighty-two-minute runtime, it's a punchy gem for fans of character-driven comedy. The unrated IMDb listing suggests modest buzz, but its small-scale charm rewards attentive viewers looking for laughs with bite.
How long is The Breaker Upperers?
The film runs for 82 minutes, perfect for a bite-sized cinematic pick-me-up.
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About The Breaker Upperers (2018) — A razor-sharp Kiwi comedy about breaking up to make a living
New Zealand's sharpest comedy of 2018, *The Breaker Upperers* follows two enterprising flatmates who turn sabotaging relationships into a lucrative side-hustle—until one starts questioning the moral cost. Jackie van Beek directs this razor-witted character study where friendship frays as quickly as the couples they dissolve. With the dry humour of a Wellington flat-share sketch and the emotional honesty of a late-night confessional, the film balances wicked laughs with a surprisingly poignant sting. Beneath the neon glow of bars and break-up dinners lies a story about the slippery line between helping others and helping yourself.
Celia Pacquola and Jackie van Beek play the duo at the business's heart—until an unexpected crisis pulls their partnership apart. The wry dialogue crackles with Kiwi wit, while James Rolleston and Ana Scotney add texture as the hapless exes caught in the crossfire. Clocking in at a brisk eighty-two minutes, *The Breaker Upperers* is a bite-sized satire that lingers like a sharp aftertaste.