The Breaks
“He's a brother who pales by comparison.”
Synopsis
Derrick, a racially-confused Irishman raised in the hood by a black family is having the worst day ever. Determined to prove to his fed-up mother and would-be girlfriend that he's not a screw-up, he sets out to do one thing right (get some milk) and even that proves to be a challenge! Hilarious encounters with racist red-neck cops, local gangsters and 'flamboyant' pawn shop owners ensue, and along the way Derek shows that he can actually do things for others and maybe even get his own life together.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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The Breaks - Movie Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2010-12-01
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Mitch Mullany
Derrick King
Loretta Devine
Floria
Darius McCrary
Shaquan
Lamont Bentley
Darryl
Edwin Hodge
Tiki
Carl Anthony Payne II
Chris
Paula Jai Parker
Ann
Isaiah Barnes
Charles
Anthony Anderson
Inmate #1
E-40
Judge
George Clinton
Self
Shireen Crutchfield
Girl In The Car
Oscar Dillon
Inmate #3
Paul Benjamin
Clerk
Paula Bel
Paula
Max Becker
Young Derrick
Pierre Edwards
The Pimp
Yolanda Whitaker
Loretha
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 26, 1999
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Eric Meza
- Screenplay & Story
- Mitch Mullany
- Original Title
- The Breaks
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Eric Meza
Mitch Mullany
Department Leadership Roster
Eric Meza
Director
Mitch Mullany
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Breaks
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What is The Breaks about?
Derrick, a racially-confused Irishman raised in the hood by a black family is having the worst day ever. Determined to prove to his fed-up mother and would-be girlfriend that he's not a screw-up, he sets out to do one thing right (get some milk) and even that proves to be a challenge! Hilarious encounters with racist red-neck cops, local gangsters and 'flamboyant' pawn shop owners ensue, and along the way Derek shows that he can actually do things for others and maybe even get his own life together.
Who directed The Breaks?
The Breaks was directed by Eric Meza.
Who stars in The Breaks?
The principal cast of The Breaks includes Mitch Mullany, Loretta Devine, Darius McCrary, Lamont Bentley, Edwin Hodge.
When was The Breaks released and how long is it?
The Breaks was released in 1999 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Breaks?
The Breaks holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.).