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The Breakfast Club
Movie (1985)
Five high school students from different walks of life endure a Saturday detention under a power-hungry principal. The disparate group includes rebel John, princess Claire, outcast Allison, brainy Brian and Andrew, the jock. Each has a chance to tell his or her story, making the others see them a little differently -- and when the day ends, they question whether school will ever be the same.
Movie (1985)
Five high school students from different walks of life endure a Saturday detention under a power-hungry principal. The disparate group includes rebel John, princess Claire, outcast Allison, brainy Brian and Andrew, the jock. Each has a chance to tell his or her story, making the others see them a little differently -- and when the day ends, they question whether school will ever be the same.
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Sex & Nudity
Teens are pressed to discuss virginity, and a teen boy puts his head between a girl's legs without her consent; many sexual references appear, and a sexual assault is portrayed with the victim later making out with her attacker.
Violence & Gore
A teen wields a knife but doesn't use it, and a student shows a scar from being burned with a lit cigar by his father; a teacher threatens to beat a bully up.
Profanity
Very strong language is used throughout, including the f-word, slurs such as anti-gay slurs, and many other mild and strong profanities.
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Teens smoke marijuana and cigarettes with positive consequences for getting along.
Frightening Scenes
Scenes include a student describing suicidal ideation and plans over a low grade, and a sexual assault scene that may be distressing; the film also depicts physical and emotional abuse at home.
Other things to know
Students are shown drinking Coke.
Positives & learning
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Positive messages
The film encourages breaking down stereotypes and improving communication.
Role models
Characters are complex and multi-layered, though they also display disrespect and anxiety.
Representation
The cast is entirely white and includes anti-gay slurs.
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