INDIVIDUAL REVIEW

 Film analysis of Windowbreaker(2012)

Windowbreaker is a film that entertained me from start to finish. It tells the story of an immigrant family living in American suburbia. When their neighbourhood is hit with a series of break-ins, the two children must find a way to protect their home. The film deals with xenophobia and prejudice in modern America. The audience experiences a pleasant twist when we find out the perpetrator of the burglaries.

  The ambiance created by the characters perfectly mimics suburban life. The actors provided a strong and whole-hearted perform; especially the child actors who were extremely skilled for their age. The way characters relate to each other is very realistic especially in its portrayal of prejudice from rich white citizens.

  Windowbreaker uses a bleak and realistic style of cinematography. The cameras shake and zoom as they pan unsteady from face to face. Close-up shots provided intimacy with the characters. The dimly lit set creates a gritty feel that leaves the audience on edge. 

  The sound effects help with the suspense and the music enhances the mood in the scenes. Dialogue was clear, not drowned out by sound effects. The score, a gritty Vietnamese trap track that lingers past the credits, made film feel dark and suspenseful. 

   The film blew me away with its multilayered story and plot twist. I think some people may find the cinematography to be amateur. I would recommend it to other people as it is an interesting and introspective film. Windowbreaker is a film that questions our moral compass and preconceived notions about poverty and immigration.

 

Story Summary 

The protagonists of the film are two children who try to set a trap for the titular windowbreaker. 

The antagonist is the storekeeper who commits burglaries in the community.

The children are willing to struggle since they set a trap for him.