Have you ever noticed how in American movies, moms wake up early to cook an elaborate breakfast—pancakes, bacon, fresh fruit, croissants, and everything in between—only for their kid to grab a single apple and leave? It happens in almost every teenage drama, yet no one questions it. Why put in so much effort when the outcome is always the same!!
Imagine waking up at dawn, making a full breakfast spread, and watching your child walk right past it. No appreciation, no second glance, just a rushed goodbye. In reality, most parents would never allow that to happen. They would insist on at least sitting down for a few bites before heading out.
So why does this happen in movies!! Maybe it is an attempt to show how busy and independent the teenager has become. Perhaps it is just an easy way to make the scene more dynamic. Or maybe it is simply a long-running cinematic tradition that no one wants to break. Either way, the untouched breakfast remains one of Hollywood’s greatest mysteries.
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