Although this is true, a few individuals do discover their true identity, but struggle to break through their shell. Breaking through one’s shell is a difficult task to accomplish because it requires the individual to step away from the cycle and who society deems them to become. This creates a conflict within the individual - forcing them to choose between “breaking free” or remaining in the lane society places them in. In regards to Rudy, the protagonist in the film Rudy, finds himself in this dilemma. Since a young child, Rudy knew that he wanted to play football, but due to his size and height, those around him discouraged that dream. Repeatedly, he was told that he was not good enough and “chasing a dream causes nothing but heartache.”
