Breaking Away

Set in the college town of Bloomington, Indiana, this coming-of-age film follows four working-class friends, known as “Cutters,” as they navigate the challenges of post-high school life. The story centers on Dave, an enthusiastic cyclist who idolizes Italian racers and dreams of competing against the local university’s elite. The film stars Dennis Christopher, Dennis Quaid, Daniel Stern, and Jackie Earle Haley, capturing the essence of youthful ambition and identity struggles. Directed by Peter Yates, it won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.