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The Breaks

  • 1999
  • R
  • 1h 26m
IMDb RATING
6.1/10
1.5K
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The Breaks (1999)
Dark ComedyFarceComedy

Adopted by a black family in L.A., Derrick grows up an Irish white boy who thinks he's black! When his mother catches him romantically entangled with a woman on her couch, he's thrown out wi... Read allAdopted by a black family in L.A., Derrick grows up an Irish white boy who thinks he's black! When his mother catches him romantically entangled with a woman on her couch, he's thrown out with an ultimatum. In HD.Adopted by a black family in L.A., Derrick grows up an Irish white boy who thinks he's black! When his mother catches him romantically entangled with a woman on her couch, he's thrown out with an ultimatum. In HD.

  • Director
    • Eric Meza
  • Writers
    • Mitch Mullany
    • Jeff Stolzer
  • Stars
    • Anthony Anderson
    • Isaiah Barnes
    • Max Becker
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    6.1/10
    1.5K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Eric Meza
    • Writers
      • Mitch Mullany
      • Jeff Stolzer
    • Stars
      • Anthony Anderson
      • Isaiah Barnes
      • Max Becker
    • 25User reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Anthony Anderson
    Anthony Anderson
    • Inmate #1
    Isaiah Barnes
    Isaiah Barnes
    • Charles
    Max Becker
    • Young Derrick
    Paula Bel
    • Paula - 'the Ho'
    Paul Benjamin
    Paul Benjamin
    • Clerk
    Lamont Bentley
    • Darryl
    Michelle Buffone
    • Derrick's Irish Mom
    • (as Michele Buffone)
    Johnny Ray Burton
    • Inmate #2
    George Clinton
    George Clinton
    • Self
    Shireen Crutchfield
    Shireen Crutchfield
    • Girl In The Car
    Loretta Devine
    Loretta Devine
    • Floria
    Oscar Dillon
    • Inmate #3
    Justin Doran
    • Nilla
    E-40
    • Judge
    Pierre Edwards
    Pierre Edwards
    • The Pimp
    • (as Pierre)
    Alex Esta
    • Poet Ling Ling
    Art Evans
    Art Evans
    John Farley
    John Farley
    • Police Officer
    • Director
      • Eric Meza
    • Writers
      • Mitch Mullany
      • Jeff Stolzer
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    7roddick-1

    Definitely not as bad as some people have said

    I had a feeling that "The Breaks" would have some bad reviews on IMDb, but it is good to see that it had some very high ones too because it is not a bad movie.

    I think what turns people off is the opening sequence. The opening sequence in this movie is poorly acted and has some bad gags that could of turned out better if it was acted better. But don't have a negative attitude towards this movie forever after that. After the movie gets going it becomes funnier and the actors that did poorly in the beginning suddenly start doing well. And it is great for rest of the movie.

    The jokes in this movie (bar the opening sequence) are very funny and sometimes very original. There are some good laugh out loud moments.

    Acting wise it is pretty good (once again, bar the opening sequence). Some good cameos throughout too.

    Overall it is not the funniest movie ever but it is very entertaining. It may be enjoyed more if you are a fan of hip hop and/or hood movies but I'm pretty sure someone not familiar with that whole scene will still enjoy this movie. A funny, original comedy.
    8BlackRio

    Along the lines of the movie, Friday

    After waiting weeks to locate the movie, I was not disappointed in finally getting to see it. I was laughing from the beginning to the end of that movie. I would definitely recommend this one to all of my friends who like this brand of comedy.
    amire

    Totally hilarious

    This is another of those gems that gets no attention or box office at the theaters. Don't ask me why; it's funnier and more original than most of the junk out in wide release. If you like wacky comedies in the style of "Office Space" and "Kicked in the Head," check this one out. Not since "Friday" has there been as unique an interpretation of life in the> 'hood.

    Mitch Mullany gives a nice performance as an Irish kid adopted and raised by a black family in L.A. He also wrote the script, and did a good job there too. This movie has a style all its own. Rent it and have a good time.
    DunnDeeDaGreat

    Funny funny movie

    The Breaks is the third movie to come out which shows white kids in with black culture. Mich Mullany is great in the lead role as Derrick it's like he resurrected his character White Mike from The Wayans Bros for the big screen. All in all a funny film.
    7Almostgone

    Leave your brain at the door

    This is one of those movies that's funny but only if you don't put too much thought into it.

    "The Breaks" resembles so many other hood movies but it bears the strongest resemblance to "Friday". The plot revolves around Derrick (Mitch Mullany). His mama (Loretta Devine) is threatening to throw him out unless he returns that Sunday evening with a carton of milk. Sounds simple, right? Not when you're Derrick. He falls into all sorts of misadventures along the way and runs into all kinds of strange characters like an oiled up old man in a Speedo and a cowboy hat and two of the skankiest hookers you've ever seen.

    It's definitely worth a rental. I own a copy of it myself. :)

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    • Trivia
      In the film Charles is called "Little Gay Urkel." Darius McCrary is the star of Family Matters Eddie Winslow which stars Jaleel White as Steve Urkel. Darius even says in the film "Aye he do look like a Little Gay Urkel though"
    • Goofs
      When the three get "Kidnapped" by the pawn shop owner and his friends. The gags they are wearing go from tight to very loose in between shots.
    • Crazy credits
      During the ending credits, the pimp gives his advice and opinions of the "Pimping Game."
    • Connections
      Featured in Comedian Bob Marley: Greatest Hits Vol. 2 (2004)
    • Soundtracks
      Funk Layin' Round
      Written by George Clinton and Belita Woods

      Performed by George Clinton and the P-Funk All Stars

      Published by On The Way Music (BMI)

      Courtesy of Artisan Music Inc. and Available Entertainment

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    • Release date
      • February 26, 1999 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • ¡Ahora o nunca!
    • Filming locations
      • Intersection of 3998 Santa Rosalia Drive & 4096 Buckingham Road, Los Angeles, California, USA(Derrick and Chris hit Cosmo with a car)
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 26m(86 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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