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Thrilling Firebreak: A Mother's Desperate Search Amid Wildfire

2/20/2026

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Firebreak is a Netflix thriller directed by David Victori that follows Mara as she searches for her missing daughter amid a devastating wildfire.
Mara and her group enter the burning forest even as official search efforts are halted, driving the film's psychological tension and family drama.
The film moves at a fast pace with strong performances and visuals that keep viewers engaged, despite some predictable twists.

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Story summary

Firebreak is a Netflix thriller directed by David Victori that follows Mara as she searches for her missing daughter amid a devastating wildfire.
Mara and her group enter the burning forest even as official search efforts are halted, driving the film's psychological tension and family drama.
The film moves at a fast pace with strong performances and visuals that keep viewers engaged, despite some predictable twists.