the clothes are dated, the message is timeless

Rating: 10/10 (18 June 2005)

I saw this movie recently and absolutely loved it. It had such a perfect blend of romance, comedy, drama, and great characterization. Every character was so well developed, I felt like I knew each one personally when the movie was over. Each performance is amazing, but I really enjoyed Ally Sheedy's portrayal of Allison. She managed to be the comic relief and give a highly convincing dramatic performance all in the same movie. I think that every teen should see this movie because it shows high school in such a raw and real way without being melodramatic. Although it is unlikely that a princess, brain, jock, criminal, and basket case would really put aside their differences and become friends, it looks very convincing on screen. The Breakfast Club really isn't "just another teen movie" because it is one that everyone can relate to and is so raw and real without being melodramatic.