Broken Hallelujah
Broken Hallelujah

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Broken Hallelujah

2014
Movie
135 min
English

The best of plans can be thwarted and, when the pressure comes on, the cracks begin to show. As the incidents in their worlds play out, three families bound by love and broken by betrayal, find their lives unknowingly touch one another, and then a final single event brings them together. This is not a love story but a story about love; three loves, three lies and one more chance.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Sean Patrick BurkeGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A man grappling with immense loss finds himself unexpectedly drawn to a woman whose life is also marked by significant challenges. As they navigate their individual struggles, their connection deepens, offering a glimmer of hope and a path toward healing. The film explores themes of grief, resilience, and the unexpected places where love can be found.

Critical Reception

Broken Hallelujah received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often highlighting the emotional performances of its lead actors and its sensitive portrayal of grief. Some found the pacing to be slow at times, but the overall sentiment acknowledged its earnest attempt to tackle difficult emotional subjects.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its emotional depth and strong lead performances.

  • Criticized by some for its deliberate pacing.

  • Appreciated for its sensitive handling of themes of loss and recovery.

Google audience: Information not available.

Fun Fact

The film was largely independently produced and gained some traction through film festivals, allowing its director and lead actor, Sean Patrick Burke, to further develop his career.

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