Breaking Away (1979)
Directed by Peter Yates
Genres - Romance, Comedy, Sports & Recreation |
Sub-Genres - Coming-of-Age, Sports Drama |
Release Date - Jul 13, 1979 (USA - Unknown), Jul 20, 1979 (USA) |
Run Time - 100 min. |
Countries - United States |
MPAA Rating - PG
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Academy Awards
| Year | Nominee | Category | Won/Nominated |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | Best Achievement in Directing | Nominated | |
| 1979 | Best Achievement in Music (Original Song Score and Its Adaptation or Adaptation Score) | Nominated | |
| 1979 | Best Motion Picture of the Year | Nominated | |
| 1979 | Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role | Nominated | |
| 1979 | Best Writing (Screenplay Written Directly for the Screen) | Won |
BAFTA Film Awards
| Year | Nominee | Category | Won/Nominated |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Most Promising Newcomer to Leading Film Roles | Won |
Directors Guild of America Awards
| Year | Nominee | Category | Won/Nominated |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Feature Film | Nominated |
Golden Globe Awards
| Year | Nominee | Category | Won/Nominated |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Best Director - Motion Picture | Nominated | |
| 1980 |
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Best Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy | Won |
| 1980 | Best Screenplay - Motion Picture | Nominated | |
| 1980 | New Star of the Year - Actor | Nominated |
National Board of Review
| Year | Nominee | Category | Won/Nominated |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | Best Supporting Actor | Won |
New York Film Critics Circle
| Year | Nominee | Category | Won/Nominated |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | Best Screenplay | Won |