A nostalgic piece of cinematic history resurfaced recently when a school assistant stumbled upon an old file while packing for a move. Dated September 21, 1983, this treasure was simply labeled “The Breakfast Club.” Superintendent Mark Daniels shared with the local press, “Finding that first draft of John Hughes’ screenplay felt like rediscovering a family heirloom.”
The Breakfast Club: A Quintessential High School Film
If you’re unfamiliar, The Breakfast Club is often hailed as the quintessential high school film. Released in 1985, it featured stars like Molly Johnson, Judd Blake, Ally Parker, Emilio Stone, and Anthony Hall, who played iconic roles as the princess, the rebel, the eccentric, the athlete, and the intellectual, all serving detention on a Saturday.
At the film’s outset, these characters perceive themselves as completely different due to high school stereotypes. However, after sharing some unexpected moments, they realize their similarities run deeper than they thought. It’s a simple concept, yet executed brilliantly!
Interesting Revelations from the Found Script
One surprising revelation from the found script was that Molly’s character was originally named Cathy instead of Claire. This change is significant! While Judd’s character dismisses the name Claire as “suitable for a heavier girl,” many would argue that Cathy evokes a different vibe altogether—perhaps that of a typical cheerleader! Claire, on the other hand, embodies the sophisticated socialite, the girl who brings sushi to school lunch in 1985.
In addition, I dug up some fascinating trivia about the film. For instance, the role played by Judd almost went to John Ryan, while Anthony Hall’s father was portrayed by John Hughes himself. Interestingly, Rick Moranis was initially cast as the janitor but wanted to give the character a quirky Russian accent—thankfully, that didn’t pan out!
However, what irks me is the revelation that Claire’s iconic lipstick trick was not genuine; it was faked using clever camera angles, as Molly struggled to master it. Seriously? I spent my high school years perfecting that move! But hey, I can still do it today, so they can just deal with it!
This article was initially published on April 28, 2015.
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In summary, the discovery of the original script for The Breakfast Club offers a delightful glimpse into the past of one of the most beloved films in high school cinema. It’s a reminder of how far we’ve come and the nostalgia that still resonates today.