Breaking Away (1979)

Dave, nineteen, has just graduated high school, with his three friends: the comical Cyril, the warm hearted but short-tempered Moocher, and the athletic, spiteful but good-hearted Mike. Now, Dave enjoys racing bikes and hopes to race the Italians one day, and even takes up the Italian culture, much to his friends' and parents' annoyance.

Genres: Drama, Comedy

What to watch after Breaking Away

• The Rookie (2002) — Same feel: feel-good, uplifting
• Hoosiers (1986) — Same subject: indiana, usa
• Bad Company (1972) — Two steps away in the credits
• Silver Linings Playbook (2012) — Same feel: feel-good, optimistic
• Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986) — Same subject: coming of age
• The Breaking Point (1950)