In other words, it more or less laid - out the formula for many home invasion films to come. (screenanarchy.com)
As home invasion films go, Breaking In isn't interested in tapping new ground, simply delivering another familiar genre film, just with a black lead this time. (texasartfilm.net)
Fans of home invasion films like The Strangers will find plenty to enjoy here, with Flanagan's efficient direction and editing keeping the tension up thanks to the incredibly tight screenplay (written by both Flanagan and Siegel). (waytooindie.com)