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Not Easily Broken

Play trailer Poster for Not Easily Broken PG-13,  2009,  1h 39m,  Drama Play Trailer Watchlist
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30% Tomatometer 66 Reviews 67% Popcornmeter 50,000+ Ratings
Dave Johnson (Morris Chestnut) and his wife, Clarice (Taraji P. Henson), appear to have it all, but she has ignored his needs while she pursues a real-estate career. The couple's already weakened marriage faces the ultimate test after Clarice is involved in a car accident, leaving her with a terrible leg injury. Dave finds a sympathetic ear -- and possibly more -- with the physical therapist (Maeve Quinlan) who comes to treat her.
Not Easily Broken

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Critics Consensus

Though well-intentioned, Not Easily Broken is bogged down by melodramatic plotting and stereotypical characters.

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Hank Sartin Time Out Apr 17, 2009
2/6
That's a reasonable message, but it might feel more resonant if the script were a little fairer to both sexes. Go to Full Review
Wendy Ide The Times (UK) Apr 17, 2009
1/5
It has all the philosophical depth of a greetings card message but it's underscored with a nasty little edge of misogyny. Go to Full Review
Peter Bradshaw Guardian Apr 17, 2009
1/5
What should be easily broken is a large china vase over the head of everyone involved in this profoundly creepy, yucky, and chillingly reactionary relationship drama. Go to Full Review
Brandy McDonnell The Oklahoman Aug 13, 2018
2.5/4
The overwrought drama, cliched characters and stale story lines undermine the wholesome message and make the movie seem longer than its 99 minutes. Go to Full Review
Dave White Movies.com Apr 4, 2011
2/5
Clay Cane BET.com Jun 10, 2009
C+
The always immaculate, passionate and soulful Jenifer Lewis -- she could read the words in a phone book and make you feel it. The Hollywood veteran nearly saves the film. Go to Full Review
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Nov 28, 2018 "Not Easily Broken," is a story based on a novel written by the well-known Pastor T.D. Jakes. It tells the story of Clarice and Dave who are struggling through a marriage that has lost its foundation of love and its connection to God. After a traffic accident that leaves Clarice struggling to regain her ability to walk, Dave has to take a backseat to Clarice's mother who moves into the house and pushes Clarice in all the wrong directions. Feeling pushed aside, Dave begins to consider exploring the feelings he is having for another woman, but when the opportunity presents itself he decides not to follow thorough. Once Clarice has fully recovered from her accident, and after some nudging from her church pastor, Clarice realizes how she has mistreated Dave and makes an effort to bring their relationship back to where it should be. In the end, Dave and Clarice realize God wants to hold their marriage together and they recommit to each other on the announcement that Clarice is finally pregnant and ready to start a family. There are a lot of wonderful moments in this film that ring true and give the movie substance. I have to say, this is an unevenly told story that doesn't always pull the audience along as well as it could. The story structure is a little disjointed and tends to jump from place to place. I would urge you to put that aside and simply watch scene-by-scene, because every scene is well played with quality acting and more often than not, deep meaning. In the end, all the pieces will come together into a grand collection of significant moments. Kevin Hart does a great job adding some well-placed comic relief. In fact, the entire cast does an excellent job portraying totally believable characters, including a cameo by T.D. Jakes himself. Overall, this is a great story that maybe could have been better told; nevertheless, it is still filled with genuine emotion. See more
Harry M Aug 6, 2018 Not to bad. Mother in law stand out. What a mega bitch. That poor Morris guy. The white lady looked like she should have been in some porno and ended up in this as a mistake. Why is Taraji always wear wig? Has she not got her own hair? I wonder if Taraki is bald. i think she has a enough money for a transplant. That Chesnut guy is good actor. Not to shabby really. See more
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Movie Info

Synopsis Dave Johnson (Morris Chestnut) and his wife, Clarice (Taraji P. Henson), appear to have it all, but she has ignored his needs while she pursues a real-estate career. The couple's already weakened marriage faces the ultimate test after Clarice is involved in a car accident, leaving her with a terrible leg injury. Dave finds a sympathetic ear -- and possibly more -- with the physical therapist (Maeve Quinlan) who comes to treat her.
Director
Bill Duke
Producer
Bill Duke, T. D. Jakes, Curtis Wallace
Screenwriter
Brian Bird
Distributor
Screen Gems, Sony Pictures Entertainment
Production Co
T.D. Jakes Ministries, Duke Media
Rating
PG-13 (Thematic Elements|Sexual References)
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jan 9, 2009, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Jan 1, 2012
Box Office (Gross USA)
$10.6M
Runtime
1h 39m
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