"Dave, the central character, is obsessed with Italian cycling culture and dreams of becoming a professional racer. He shaves his legs, listens to opera, and even speaks with an Italian accent - much to the confusion of his gruff but loving father. As Dave pursues his passion, he finds himself caught between fantasy and reality, between being a "Cutter" and being something more."
"A Simple Story, Powerfully Told Set in Bloomington, Indiana, Breaking Away follows four working-class friends - Dave, Mike, Cyril, and Moocher - as they navigate the confusing transition from high school to adulthood. They're called "Cutters," a nickname given by the more affluent college students who look down on the locals whose families worked in the limestone quarries."
"Authentic Cycling Scenes The Little 500 race at the film's climax is iconic. Shot with real racers, tight camera work, and unfiltered emotion, it's a pulse-pounding tribute to grit and endurance. You feel every pedal stroke. ❤️ Emotion Over Flash Unlike some sports movies that lean heavily on spectacle, Breaking Away shines through its humanity. It's about a bike race, yes - but it's really about friendship, class divides, and figuring out who you are when the world tries to define you."
Set in Bloomington, Indiana, Breaking Away follows four working-class friends — Dave, Mike, Cyril, and Moocher — as they face the transition from high school to adulthood. Dave becomes obsessed with Italian cycling culture and aspires to become a professional racer, adopting Italian mannerisms and straining the patience of his father. The story examines class tensions between local "Cutters" and affluent college students, alongside themes of friendship and identity. The Little 500 race serves as an authentic, emotional climax filmed with real racers. The film earned the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay and multiple major nominations.
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