Daybreak

Masterfully paced and constructed, and the performances are memorable.

To the extent that this difficult but ultimately rewarding film has a message, it's that you can't run away from who you are.

Dark, depressing drama.

Strongly acted by a highly competent ensemble.

Runge's coolly photographed, intricately plotted feature is always interesting in its execution, but disappointingly pat in its resolution.

If you're going to put us through hell, you'd better make it worth our while. Though Daybreak boasts a couple of minor insights and a compelling performance from Pernilla August, only the masochistically inclined will consider them sufficient reward.

A studied, overwrought look into Personal Crisis and Redemption.