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Teen Fights for Survival in Dull Post-Apocalyptic Thriller

1/29/2026

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Story summary

Worldbreaker, directed by Brad Anderson, follows Willa, a teenager in a Breakers-plagued world, as she learns survival.
When their village is attacked, Willa's parents evacuate and leave Willa's mother to lead.
Willa and her father escape to a remote island, where he teaches her survival skills.
They await news of Willa's mother as Willa struggles with isolation and longs to fight.
Critics say the film lacks depth and excitement.

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Story summary

Worldbreaker, directed by Brad Anderson, follows Willa, a teenager in a Breakers-plagued world, as she learns survival.
When their village is attacked, Willa's parents evacuate and leave Willa's mother to lead.
Willa and her father escape to a remote island, where he teaches her survival skills.
They await news of Willa's mother as Willa struggles with isolation and longs to fight.
Critics say the film lacks depth and excitement.