Exclusive 'Breach' clip

Time Out presents a clip from 'Breach', the new thriller starring Chris Cooper

Inspired by true events, 'Breach' is an enthralling drama that details the pursuit and capture of FBI operative Robert Hansen, who spent more than 20 years selling his country's secrets to the former Soviet Union.

Chris Cooper gives a phenomenal performance as Hansen, the Bureau’s most prolific traitor, while Ryan Phillippe is perfectly cast as Eric O’Neill, the young agent hand-picked to draw him from his cover.

'Breach' isn’t released until August 31, but we’ve got an exclusive clip from the film for your viewing pleasure right here, right now. The brief scene involves a discussion about the power of religion and the collapse of the Soviet empire, both major themes in the film, and offers a telling insight into the complex relationship between the two agents. To download the clip, simply click here, and make sure you check out this gripping thriller when it hits screens next Friday.

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