The Breaker Upperers is a New Zealand comedy film directed by Madeleine Sami and Jackie van Beek. The story revolves around Mel and Jen, two best friends who run a business together that specializes in breaking up couples for a fee. The women use various tactics to bring an end to relationships, including fake funerals, pretending to be mistresses, and even faking an affair. However, things take a turn when one of their clients, a woman named Anna, becomes depressed after breaking up with her partner. Mel starts to feel guilty about what they do and realizes that they are hurting people.
As Mel begins to question the ethics of their business, Jen becomes increasingly frustrated with her friend's change of heart. Complicating things further, Jen is also dealing with her own relationship issues and a persistent ex-boyfriend. Despite their differences, the two women are forced to work together when Anna shows up at their doorstep seeking revenge. As they navigate the fallout of their business and their crumbling friendship, Mel and Jen must confront their feelings about love and the consequences of their actions.
The film features a colorful cast of characters, including a loveable stalker, a clueless musician, and a skittish police officer. Overall, The Breaker Upperers is a hilarious and heartfelt exploration of friendship, love, and the lengths we go to avoid heartbreak.
