Parental Rating: R (Restricted. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.)
➱ STORYLINE:
"The Breakfast Club" unfolds in a suburban high school where five students with different backgrounds and personalities report for Saturday detention. As the day progresses, they move beyond their respective stereotypes – the brain, the athlete, the basket case, the princess, and the criminal – and form an unlikely bond. This journey of self-discovery reveals their inner struggles, hopes, and fears, challenging the viewer's perceptions of high school social structures and the complexities of teenage identity.
➱ STAFF REVIEW:
John Hughes' "The Breakfast Club" is a defining film of the 1980s that captures the essence of teenage angst and the search for identity. Its genius lies in the authentic and nuanced portrayal of its characters, who represent the spectrum of high school archetypes. The film's dialogue is sharp and insightful, resonating with a sense of sincerity and depth. It's not just a movie about teenagers; it's a thoughtful exploration of the pressures and misunderstandings that shape the teenage experience. The performances are outstanding, with each actor bringing depth to their character, making the film a timeless classic in the teen genre.
➱ CREDITS:
Director: John Hughes
Writer: John Hughes
Starring:
- Emilio Estevez
- Judd Nelson
- Molly Ringwald
Cinematography: Thomas Del Ruth
Edited by: Dede Allen
Music by: Keith Forsey
Distributed by: Universal Pictures
Release date: February 15, 1985
Run Time: 1 hr 37 min
Country:
- United States
Languages:
- English
Budget: $1 million
Box office: $51.5 million
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