The Breakfast Club facts for kids
Quick facts for kids The Breakfast Club |
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| Directed by | John Hughes |
| Produced by | Ned Tanen John Hughes |
| Written by | John Hughes |
| Starring | Emilio Estevez Paul Gleason Anthony Michael Hall John Kapelos Judd Nelson Molly Ringwald Ally Sheedy |
| Music by | Keith Forsey |
| Cinematography | Thomas Del Ruth |
| Editing by | Dede Allen |
| Studio | A&M Films Channel Productions |
| Distributed by | Universal Pictures |
| Release date(s) | February 15, 1985 |
| Running time | 97 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Budget | $1 million |
| Money made | $51,525,171 |
The Breakfast Club is a famous American coming of age comedy-drama movie from 1985. It was written and directed by John Hughes. The story takes place in a Chicago suburb in 1984.
The movie stars Emilio Estevez, Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson, Molly Ringwald, and Ally Sheedy. They play high school students who are very different from each other. Paul Gleason plays their teacher, and John Kapelos plays the school's cleaner. The movie was released on February 15, 1985, and people really liked it.
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About The Breakfast Club
This movie is about five teenagers who have to spend a Saturday in detention. Even though they are all in high school, they come from very different groups, or "cliques." At first, they seem like typical stereotypes: the athlete, the brain, the rebel, the princess, and the outcast.
The Story of Detention
During their time together in detention, these five students start to talk and get to know each other. They begin to realize that they are more than just the labels people give them. They share their problems with parents, friends, and school. They learn that everyone has challenges, no matter what group they belong to.
As the day goes on, they discover that they have a lot in common. They understand that hiding behind a "mask" or a stereotype makes them feel lonely. By the end of the day, they see each other as unique people, not just stereotypes. This helps them feel less alone and more understood.
Main Characters and Their Stereotypes
The movie shows how each character is seen by others and how they truly are inside.
The Athlete: Andrew Clark
Andrew is a popular wrestler. People see him as strong and confident. But he feels a lot of pressure from his father to be perfect in sports.
The Brain: Brian Johnson
Brian is very smart and gets good grades. He feels a lot of pressure to succeed in school. He often feels like he's not good enough.
The Criminal: John Bender
Bender is the rebel of the group. He often gets into trouble and acts tough. But deep down, he might be hiding his true feelings.
The Princess: Claire Standish
Claire is popular and comes from a wealthy family. She seems to have everything. However, she struggles with fitting in and pleasing her friends.
The Basket Case: Allison Reynolds
Allison is quiet and keeps to herself. She doesn't seem to care what others think. She uses her unique style to express herself.
Why The Breakfast Club Is Important
The Breakfast Club is a special movie because it teaches us about understanding others. It shows that judging people by how they look or what group they belong to isn't fair. Everyone has feelings, problems, and dreams. The movie encourages us to look beyond stereotypes and see the real person inside.
It also reminds us that even if people seem very different, they can still find common ground. This movie helped many teenagers feel understood when it first came out. It continues to be popular today because its message about friendship and acceptance is still important.
See also
In Spanish: El Club de los Cinco para niños
