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Breach (2020) attempts to blend classic space-horror elements with a survival thriller but ultimately falls short of delivering a compelling narrative or engaging characters. Directed by John Suits, the film is set aboard a spaceship carrying the remnants of humanity to a new home while a mysterious alien parasite threatens their survival.

Bruce Willis stars as Clay, a grizzled janitor-turned-reluctant hero, and his seasoned charisma shines as one of the few redeeming aspects of the film. While Willis delivers a decent performance with moments of dry humor and stoic determination, the script gives him little to work with, relying on genre clichés and thinly developed relationships.

The plot unfolds predictably, with familiar tropes from better sci-fi horror films like Alien and The Thing. The special effects, while ambitious for a lower-budget production, often feel dated and unconvincing, further undermining the tension. The pacing, too, struggles to maintain momentum, with long stretches of exposition punctuated by uneven action sequences.

Despite its shortcomings, Breach does have some redeeming qualities. The confined spaceship setting creates an appropriately claustrophobic atmosphere, and there are brief moments of genuine tension. However, these are overshadowed by lackluster storytelling and forgettable secondary performances. 

 

Verdict: Breach is a serviceable watch for die-hard sci-fi fans or Bruce Willis completists but lacks the originality and polish to stand out in its genre. It’s a film with potential that gets lost in space.