THE BREAKER UPPERERS - film / by Stephanie Puls

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This movie is bloody hilarious. Go see it.

The end.

OK I guess I should at least tell you a teeny bit more. But not much more given this is #cuttothechase after all.

The Breaker Upperers is a comedy out of New Zealand stacked full of funny women. Jackie van Beek and Madeleine Sami are Jen and Mel - best friends running a business that breaks up relationships for people without the courage to sort it out themselves. It's a unique and silly premise that delivers LOL after LOL.

Australians will likely recognise comedian and actress Celia Pacquola who is of course also funny as a woman they break up with her on behalf of her gutless partner.

If you've seen and loves NZ comedies such as Hunt For The Wilderpeople and What We Do In The Shadows, there's little doubt you'll love The Breaker Upperers too. All are directed by Taika Waititi who is currently taking Hollywood by storm, most recently directing Thor: Ragnarok. If you haven't seen and loved NZ comedies, let this be your introduction. The Breaker Upperers is well worth your time and hard-earned.

It's been pretty universally well received, for example these glowing reviews on news.com.au and the ABC.

In cinemas now. Trailer here. (FWIW, I think the trailer emphasizes the 'love story' too much and the doesn't do justice to how funny the film is. #armchairexpert)