If nothing else, this is the film that John Hughes will always be remembered for. Almost as old as I am, this film was shown in my high school sociology classes. That’s how big of an impact this tale of five high school kids from wildly different backgrounds and cliques has had.
This film includes five of the most memorable stars of what was then called the ‘Brat Pack’- young actors who dominated the box office in teenage-themed films of the mid-80s. Sure enough, none of them really went on to much success after the 80s, but such is the life of a teen star.
While it is a triumph for showcasing how different groups of high school kids think, act and interact, it is also a highly implausible scenario- five teens (a jock, a preppy girl, a nerd, a goth-like chick, and a trouble maker) all serve a Saturday detention together. During the course of the day, they argue, fight, discuss their differences and the pressures each one faces, given their status amongst their peers. In the end, they all find that they can get along, despite agreeing to disagree on things. They realize that despite breaking down the barriers between them, things will almost certainly go back to “normal” on Monday.
The Breakfast Club is an eye-opener for sure, but its unlikelihood of taking place in real life holds it shy of greatness.
If nothing else, this is the film that John Hughes will always be remembered for. Almost as old as I am, this film was shown in my high school sociology classes. That’s how big of an impact this tale of five high school kids from wildly different backgrounds and cliques has had.
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