Idealism In The Breakfast Club

The Breakfast Club appeals to the cultural values of idealism, family and fear. Idealism pays a major role in the plot of the movie. Each character struggles with a need to be perfect in the eyes of their parents and peers. They turn to extreme measures if they feel that they aren’t achieving perfection in academics, athletics or in their social life. Each of these characters constantly worries about their parents view of them. This worry is reflected by the way each character acts. Family trouble is a main part of the movie’s plot. Each character also faces the fear of rejection from their families and peers, which explains why they each belong to a specified “clique.”
Five High School students are required to report for Saturday detention. Mr.

Her baggy clothing shows her shyness and social difficulty. Allison is a compulsive liar, and claims that she is a loner because her parents don’t want her to exist. Her strange behavior makes her out to be a “social outcast.” Claire follows a “Prom Queen” or “Princess” stereotype. Claire wears stylish clothing, to keep up with the social trends because of her high social standing. She can come off as conceited because she is popular. Bender can be considered the criminal, and follows the stereotype of a “troublemaker.” Bender’s ripped jeans and torn flannel suit his tough rebellious attitude. Bender’s personality can be described as disrespectful and aggressive. Andrew follows the stereotype of “jock.” He’s preppy and always wears his varsity jacket as a status symbol to show superiority and athleticism. Andrew likes to make himself appear tough, so he sticks up for Claire against Bender. Brian follows the stereotype of a “nerd.” He wears clothing that helps create his dorky image. He is super smart, gets good grades and even brags about being in the physics