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Not Easily Broken

  • 2009
  • PG-13
  • 1h 39m
IMDb RATING
6.1/10
3.4K
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Not Easily Broken (2009)
A car accident threatens to sever the already fragile bond between Clarice Johnson (Henson) and her husband, Dave (Chestnut) -- especially when they both begin to develop feelings for other people.
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A car accident and shifting affections test the bond between a married couple.A car accident and shifting affections test the bond between a married couple.A car accident and shifting affections test the bond between a married couple.

  • Director
    • Bill Duke
  • Writers
    • Brian Bird
    • T.D. Jakes
  • Stars
    • Morris Chestnut
    • Taraji P. Henson
    • Maeve Quinlan
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    6.1/10
    3.4K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Bill Duke
    • Writers
      • Brian Bird
      • T.D. Jakes
    • Stars
      • Morris Chestnut
      • Taraji P. Henson
      • Maeve Quinlan
    • 29User reviews
    • 38Critic reviews
    • 43Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 win & 3 nominations total

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    Morris Chestnut
    Morris Chestnut
    • Dave Johnson
    Taraji P. Henson
    Taraji P. Henson
    • Clarice Clark
    Maeve Quinlan
    Maeve Quinlan
    • Julie Sawyer
    Kevin Hart
    Kevin Hart
    • Tree
    Wood Harris
    Wood Harris
    • Darnell Gooden
    Eddie Cibrian
    Eddie Cibrian
    • Brock Houseman
    Jenifer Lewis
    Jenifer Lewis
    • Mary 'Mama' Clark
    Niecy Nash
    Niecy Nash
    • Michelle
    Cannon Jay
    • Bryson Sawyer
    Albert Hall
    Albert Hall
    • Bishop Wilkes
    Jeff Krebs
    Jeff Krebs
    • Trauma Doctor
    Nathaniel Carter
    • Deshawn
    Brendon Terrell Ferguson
    • Marcus
    • (as Brendon Terrell)
    Kwame Boateng
    Kwame Boateng
    • Darius
    Henry Brown
    Henry Brown
    • Mr. Reid
    • (as Henry Brown Jr.)
    Olivia Brown
    Olivia Brown
    • Mrs. Reid
    Lee Reherman
    Lee Reherman
    • Coach Spinello
    Elizabeth Uhl
    Elizabeth Uhl
    • Trauma Nurse
    • Director
      • Bill Duke
    • Writers
      • Brian Bird
      • T.D. Jakes
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    User reviews29

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    9loneymeat

    Wonderful not what I at all expected

    Thinking that this was another "religous picture" I did not go to see it at the movies. I waited and I hated that I did not support it on the opening week. This movie was a a portrait of what the modern couple experiences. Although there were creative liberties taken , all and all this was a wonderful heart warming film that depicts realistic marriages. I felt that this could have been someone that I know. When life makes a u turn to our expectations. Bill Duke did a wonderful job. Some scenes were even cliffhangers and heart breakers. I will surely get this for my Library. This film is not a family film but it is a wonderful couple date film. Loved it , Loved it , Loved it
    9whocanfind

    Loved It!

    This movie was truly touching! I saw so much that could be learned regarding marriage and family. The leading characters really played their parts well. I often felt bad for Morris's character because "Clarice" was a trip. :) I'm thankful for movies like these and would love to see more. My eyes welled up at different parts and the story line was not as predictable as I thought it was going to be. I recommend this movie for any and everybody that want to see a real picture of marriage and how different things can come in and douse whatever flame a married couple once had. Thank you TD Jakes for making such a hearty movie. I look forward to seeing more like these!
    9busonly4

    Great movie

    I wanted support the movie because I am a big fan of T.D. Jakes' works. I went with a sibling who was also skeptical about the film because of the lack of buzz around it. To sum up our experience, we were SO GLAD that we went to view it last night. We thoroughly enjoyed the film as did the rest of the audience. We are still talking about it.

    Morris Chestnut and Taraji Henson did a great job with their roles. I highly recommend the movie for couples, singles, divorcées, and etc. as the movie makes points about relationships that everyone can relate to on some level - yet without beating you over the head.

    Do not go by the reviews, go and see this movie for yourself - you will not be disappointed!
    7mblanks11

    Good movie

    Not your typically story line. This is a must see for all couples and especially married couples. I liked the fact that it gave you another perspective on how some marriages get in trouble. This was not the typically man bashing movie. We need more movies that show several different experiences in relationships instead of the same ole he cheated or he abused her... My husband also thought this was not the typically couples movie so I think men and women would like this one. Kevin H. was also very funny in this movie. I was glad to see Morris C. in a movie without Gabby. This movie didn't get the credit it deserved by most papers.
    10snedley

    Wonderful movie for men or women

    This movie was terrific! Great plot, subplot, writing and acting. Worth the money and would see again. Gender nor race matters when viewing this movie, everyone can relate to the family relationships, friendships, etc. The religious aspect keeps being mentioned when describing this movie but it wasn't over the top or preachy, just real. This movie is great for girls night out, date night or family viewing. The messages can touch anyone. We laughed, cried, said I know that's right, you name it, we experienced the emotion. There aren't very many movies anymore that make you laugh, cry, relate to the people around you and keep you discussing it hours later but "Not Easily Broken" does all of this and more. Deserves much more attention than it will probably receive.

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    Storyline

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    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      The actor playing the trauma doctor is a real physician.
    • Goofs
      In the scene where the mother-in-law shows up at the hospital, Dave and the doctor come out of Clarice's room coming toward the camera. When the M.I.L. finds out where the room is, she takes off past the camera in the wrong direction.
    • Quotes

      Dave Johnson: Sometimes you have to let life turn you upside down so you can learn how to live right side up.

    • Connections
      Features The Loves of Carmen (1948)
    • Soundtracks
      The Lords Prayer
      Traditional

      Performed by Jesse Campbell

      Under license from Dexterity Sounds

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    Details

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    • Release date
      • January 9, 2009 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Separados por accidente
    • Filming locations
      • Los Angeles, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • Screen Gems
      • T.D. Jakes Ministries
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $5,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $10,572,742
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $5,314,278
      • Jan 11, 2009
    • Gross worldwide
      • $10,726,909
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Tech specs

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    • Runtime
      • 1h 39m(99 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • SDDS
      • Dolby Digital
      • DTS
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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