For the break of your life!
Film Synopsis
Breakin’ (1984) centers on an aspiring dancer whose frustration with the rigid expectations of the professional dance world leads her to discover Los Angeles’ vibrant breakdancing scene. As she forms an unlikely partnership with two gifted street dancers while overcoming artistic prejudice, fierce rivalries, and resistance from her former instructor, the trio develops a unique performance style that challenges conventional ideas about dance. This musical drama examines creativity and self-expression within a rapidly evolving cultural movement, as friendship, perseverance, and artistic innovation transform both their lives and the perceptions of those around them.
Breakin’ Blu-ray & DVD editions
See which disc extras are included across selected editions.
| Disc Extras | Sandpiper BD-A/US/OOP 2023 | Shout! Factory BD-A/US/OOP 2015 | MGM DVD-1/US/OOP 2005 | MGM DVD-1/US/OOP 2003 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beat Street Battle | ||||
| The Culture of Hip-Hop | ||||
| The Elements of Hip-Hop | ||||
| Shout-Outs | ||||
| “We Will Not Be Destroyed” Music Video by Living Legends | ||||
| Stills Gallery | ||||
| Theatrical Trailer |
Edition and Packaging Notes
- Shout! Factory’s Blu-ray also includes Breakin’ 2: Electric Boogaloo (1984).
- MGM’s DVD reissued in “The Breakin’ DVD Collection” box set with Beat Street (1984) and Breakin’ 2: Electric Boogaloo (1984).
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