Character Relationships in Breaking Away
Dave Stoller (played by Dennis Christopher) is a protagonist in Breaking Away.
Mike (played by Dennis Quaid) appears in Breaking Away.
Cyril (played by Daniel Stern) appears in Breaking Away.
Moocher (played by Jackie Earle Haley) appears in Breaking Away.
Rod (played by Hart Bochner) appears in Breaking Away.
Katherine (played by Robyn Douglass) appears in Breaking Away.
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Character Relationship Map: Breaking Away
Breaking Away (1979) character relationship network mapped with AI analysis. Explore the connections, alliances, and conflicts between characters.
Characters
Dave Stoller
(played by Dennis Christopher) — protagonist
Mike
(played by Dennis Quaid) — supporting
Cyril
(played by Daniel Stern) — supporting
Moocher
(played by Jackie Earle Haley) — supporting
Rod
(played by Hart Bochner) — supporting
Katherine
(played by Robyn Douglass) — supporting
Key Relationships
Dave Stoller → Katherine
(Romantic Admirer)
Rod → Mike
(Conflict Rival)
Rod → Cyril
(Conflict Attacker)
Katherine → Rod
(Romantic Boyfriend)
Cyril → Moocher
(Alliance Teammate)
Mike → Moocher
(Alliance Teammate)
Mike → Cyril
(Alliance Teammate)
Story Analysis
A working-class youth overcomes class barriers and personal illusions through cycling, romance, and self-acceptance.
Plot Progression
Outsider Status & Italian Dream
Deception, Violence & University Intervention
Crash, Confession & Racing Decision
The Little 500 Crucible
Victory & New Beginnings
Directed by Peter Yates
Breaking Away (1979) · 7.1/10 · comedy, drama
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