'The Breakfast Club' Is Really A Movie About Bad Parents
Briefly

The Breakfast Club, a classic film 40 years old, captures the essence of teenage struggles and identity. While it resonated deeply with the author during their teen years, reflecting on it as an adult illuminates a profound sadness about parenting and societal pressures. The film serves as a warning about the consequences of neglectful parenting and the desperate need for love and belonging felt by teens. The author shares that success and popularity can't replace strong familial bonds, emphasizing the continuing relevance of the film's themes in today's society.
At the end of the day, The Breakfast Club is a parenting guideline, a warning about what happens when you don't give a sh*t about your kids.
Sixteen-year-old me related to the students and their woes, pressures, and fears. Thirty-six-year-old me? She's just desperate to make sure her girls never feel an ounce of the sadness and worry.
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